Philippine News Agency

New Zealand extends P58.4-M quake, typhoon aid for PH, Vietnam

The New Zealand government has announced 1.75 million New Zealand dollars or approximately PHP58.4 million in humanitarian ...
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Earthquake strikes near Levin, tremors felt across New Zealand

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Levin on Monday (May 5) evening, with tremors felt as far away as Taupō, New Plymouth, and Nelson. The earthquake occurred at 5.16pm local time, with its ...
The Boston Globe

No damage reported after a 4.9 magnitude quake jolts New Zealand’s lower North Island

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck New Zealand ‘s lower North Island Wednesday, with a jolt rated as moderate by the country’s geological sciences agency. The quake was ...
Bloomberg L.P.

New Zealand to Ease Strengthening Rules on Quake-Prone Buildings

New Zealand is changing the way it assesses earthquake-prone buildings in an attempt to reduce costs and confusion for owners. The government is implementing clearer definitions to identify buildings ...

How Climate Change Can Lead to Earthquakes

“A number of studies have demonstrated that the retreat of glaciers…resulted in increased activity along fault lines in North ...
Newsday

No damage reported after a 4.9 magnitude quake jolts New Zealand's lower North Island

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck New Zealand ’s lower North Island Wednesday, with a jolt rated as moderate by the country's geological sciences agency. The quake was ...