Twizel earthquake

Twizel, Canterbury, NZ

Magnitude Time Place Distance (km)
4.4 3 days 2 hours ago 50 km S of Hokitika, New Zealand 139
4.0 5 days 19 hours ago 176 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand 403
4.5 1 week 5 days ago 46 km ESE of Witherlea, New Zealand 447
4.4 3 weeks 5 days ago 34 km SE of Witherlea, New Zealand 435
4.3 4 weeks 2 days ago 23 km SW of Owhiro Bay, New Zealand 476

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What is the largest earthquake in Twizel, Canterbury, NZ?

The largest earthquake in Twizel, Canterbury, NZ was a 6.7 magnitude quake, located 424 km a way from Twizel, Canterbury, NZ. The 164 km WSW of Riverton, New Zealand earthquake occurred on 2025-03-25.

Twizel, Canterbury, NZ earthquake map

Magnitude 7 Twizel, Canterbury, NZ Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 7 impacted Sesuri, Hunedoara, RO

Magnitude 6 Twizel, Canterbury, NZ Earthquakes

2 earthquakes magnitude 6 impacted Herbert, Otago, NZ

Magnitude 5 Twizel, Canterbury, NZ Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 5 impacted Sesuri, Hunedoara, RO

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.