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Shallow magnitude 6.0 earthquake - South of the Kermadec Islands, New Zealand

A very strong magnitude 6.0 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 188 km (117 mi) from Gisborne, New Zealand, in the early morning of Friday, Apr 17, 2026 at 1.30 am local time (GMT +12). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so). Earthquake details Date & time Apr 16, 2026 13:30:01 UTC Local time at epicenter Friday, Apr 17, 2026, at 01:30 am (GMT …
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Signs of the Times broke the news on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
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