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EXCLUSIVEWellington earthquake: 4.8-magnitude tremor rocks New Zealand

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked New Zealand’s capital Wellington late at night. The tremor was felt about 15km south west of the city at 11.38pm (9.38pm AEST).  It struck approximately 13km underground, jolting Kiwis awake. ‘Really caught my attention there. The initial rumble was intense and then a big jolt. Got the old heart going
byEmily Carter
5 August 2024
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EXCLUSIVEWellington earthquake: 4.8-magnitude tremor rocks New Zealand
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A 4.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked New Zealand‘s capital Wellington late at night.

The tremor was felt about 15km south west of the city at 11.38pm (9.38pm AEST). 

It struck approximately 13km underground, jolting Kiwis awake.

‘Really caught my attention there. The initial rumble was intense and then a big jolt. Got the old heart going a bit,’ one person from Wellington said. 

‘Damn that shook us out of bed,’ another wrote on X.

‘That rumble had me frozen. I thought it was going to be huge,’ said another. 

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked New Zealand 's capital Wellington late at night

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked New Zealand ‘s capital Wellington late at night

It struck approximately 13km underground, jolting Kiwis awake

It struck approximately 13km underground, jolting Kiwis awake

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Hello, I'm Emily Carter, a technology writer fascinated by the ever-evolving world of tech. I specialize in writing about the latest innovations, gadgets, and trends that are shaping our future. With a background in computer science and a knack for making complex topics accessible, I aim to inform and inspire my readers about the possibilities of technology.
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