Wairau Valley earthquake

Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ

Magnitude Time Place Distance (km)
4.4 3 days 1 hour ago 50 km S of Hokitika, New Zealand 277
4.5 1 week 2 days ago 30 km WNW of Titahi Bay, New Zealand 99
4.5 1 week 5 days ago 46 km ESE of Witherlea, New Zealand 77
4.5 3 weeks 4 days ago 132 km SSE of Wainui, New Zealand 498
4.4 3 weeks 5 days ago 34 km SE of Witherlea, New Zealand 62

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What is the largest earthquake in Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ?

The largest earthquake in Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ was a 6.1 magnitude quake, located 304 km a way from Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ. The 62 km E of Waitara, New Zealand earthquake occurred on 2018-10-30.

Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ earthquake map

Magnitude 7 Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 7 impacted Sesuri, Hunedoara, RO

Magnitude 6 Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ Earthquakes

1 earthquakes magnitude 6 impacted Alicetown, Wellington, NZ

Magnitude 5 Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ Earthquakes

2 earthquakes magnitude 5 impacted Ward, Marlborough, NZ

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.