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M4.7 Earthquake — 156 km NNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand
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Magnitude 4.7 earthquake 156 km NNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand at a depth of 213.0 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Measurements
| Magnitude | M4.7 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 213.0 km |
| Coordinates | -36.2456, 177.7978 |
| Region | 156 km NNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand |
| Felt Reports | 1 |
| Tsunami Flag | 0 |
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