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Earthquakes Near Christchurch

Live Seismic Activity — New Zealand

VERY HIGH RISK

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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Did the Earth Shake in Christchurch?

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