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M 5.4, Lake Rotoma, July 18 2004
This earthquake shook up the Bay of Plenty area in July 2004.
- Location: Lake Rotoehu
- Date (NZ Standard Time): Sunday, July 18 2004 at 4:22 pm
- Epicentre: 38.01°S, 176.51°E
- Focal Depth: 5 km
- Maximum Intensity: MM 8
- Magnitude: MW 5.4
- Further Information:
This earthquake was the largest of a swarm that affected the Lake Rotoehu area in July 2004. It caused severe damage to buildings and services in the Lake Rotoehu and Lake Rotoma areas and widespread minor damage throughout the Bay of Plenty. It triggered numerous landslides and was felt from Waikato to the Bay of Plenty.
