New Zealand: North Island 8.1-magnitude earthquake sparks tsunami warning near Te Araroa

Three earthquakes have rocked the North Island of New Zealand sparking a tsunami warning and mass evacuation.   A 7.3-magnitude quake was recorded at 2.27am east of the North Island, before another 7.4-magnitude tremor was recorded near the Kermadec Islands four hours later.  An 8.1 magnitude earthquake was then recorded at 8.28am leading authorities to issue … Read more