Earthquakes Near Christchurch
Live Seismic Activity — New Zealand
Population
389,700
Nearest Fault
Port Hills Fault
Distance to Fault
5 km
Coordinates
43.532°S, 172.636°E
Recent Earthquakes Near Christchurch
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If you felt an earthquake in Christchurch, check the list above for recent seismic events. The nearest fault line is the Port Hills Fault, located approximately 5 km away. Christchurch is in a very high seismic risk zone.
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Data: USGS Earthquake Hazards Program