Magnitude 5.3, Mon Oct 7 2019 4:29 PM


Earthquake Details

When Mon Oct 7 2019 4:29 PM
Where 15 km north-west of Matawai
Shaking Moderate
Magnitude 5.3
Depth 38 km
Quality best

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