Hector earthquake

Hector, West Coast, NZ

Magnitude Time Place Distance (km)
4.4 3 days 4 hours ago 50 km S of Hokitika, New Zealand 191
4.5 1 week 2 days ago 30 km WNW of Titahi Bay, New Zealand 226
4.5 1 week 5 days ago 46 km ESE of Witherlea, New Zealand 211
4.4 3 weeks 5 days ago 34 km SE of Witherlea, New Zealand 196
4.2 4 weeks 2 days ago 5 km N of Normanby, New Zealand 311

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What is the largest earthquake in Hector, West Coast, NZ?

The largest earthquake in Hector, West Coast, NZ was a 6.1 magnitude quake, located 385 km a way from Hector, West Coast, NZ. The 62 km E of Waitara, New Zealand earthquake occurred on 2018-10-30.

Hector, West Coast, NZ earthquake map

Magnitude 7 Hector, West Coast, NZ Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 7 impacted La Cierne Yaux, Vaud, CH

Magnitude 6 Hector, West Coast, NZ Earthquakes

1 earthquakes magnitude 6 impacted Puniho, Taranaki, NZ

Magnitude 5 Hector, West Coast, NZ Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 5 impacted La Cierne Yaux, Vaud, CH

Best place to be in an earthquake

Small tremors can be precursors to bigger earthquakes. If you're feeling uneasy about your surroundings, it might be wise to seek safer spots for a brief period. Your safety is paramount, so trust your instincts and find comfort in secure locations nearby.