Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M3.6 earthquake 34 km SSW of Leeston, New Zealand
A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck 34 km SSW of Leeston, New Zealand at Nov 21, 2025, 06:50 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 43 km (27 mi) ESE of Ashburton. 10 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 3.6 ml |
|---|---|
| Time | Nov 21, 2025, 06:50 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -44.069, 172.216 |
| Felt reports | 10 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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