Powerful 7.3 magnitude quake hits near New Zealand; tsunami warning issued
Wellington, Mar 4: Officials in New Zealand issued a tsunami warning for coastal areas after a shallow, powerful earthquake struck off its northeastern coast on Thursday night. There were no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties.
New Zealand's National Emergency Management Agency warned of a tsunami threat along the east of the country's North Island following the magnitude 7.3 quake.
The U.S. Tsunami Warning System predicted waves of 0.3 to 1 metre (1 to 3.3 feet), but later said the threat had passed.
The US Geological Survey said the quake was centered at a depth of 20.8 kilometres (13 miles) under the ocean about 174 kilometres (108 miles) northeast of the city of Gisborne. Residents of Gisborne reported light to moderate shaking, it said.
A magnitude 6.3 quake hit the city of Christchurch in 2011, killing 185 people and destroying much of its downtown.
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Dubai's Jabal Ali port hit by missile strikes: Reports
Dubai: UAE’s Jabal Ali Port has reportedly been hit by missiles, according to media reports, shortly after authorities issued multiple emergency alerts to residents and visitors across the country.
The reports along with multiple videos surfaced following warning messages sent to mobile phones advising people to seek immediate shelter due to a potential missile threat.
However, there has been no official confirmation so far from UAE authorities regarding a strike at Jabal Ali Port.
Further details about possible damage or casualties are not immediately available. Authorities are yet to release a formal statement on the reported incident.
