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M4.2 earthquake 54 km E of Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 54 km E of Hanmer Springs, New Zealand at Jul 12, 2026, 16:31 UTC, at a depth of 29 km. The epicentre was 107 km (67 mi) NE of Rangiora. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mwr |
|---|---|
| Time | Jul 12, 2026, 16:31 UTC |
| Depth | 29.0 km |
| Coordinates | -42.593, 173.474 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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