Map showing earthquake location near New Plymouth, Taranaki

Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Near New Plymouth in Taranaki

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A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck near New Plymouth in the Taranaki region early this morning. The quake was felt by thousands of people across New Zealand's North Island, highlighting the area's seismic activity.

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