A earthquake of magnitude 6.8 has struck off New Zealand’s South Island on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the United States Geological Survey reported. The oceanic temblor produced no immediate word of deaths or major damage, though the authorities are actively looking at the situation and keeping a watch together with potential aftershocks.
Loads of Wellington is put on the the programme – 28 concerts featuring performances from Aotearo/New Zealanders in Christchurch, Dunedin SBO, National Youth, Victoria University and New Zealand School of Music current students, soloists, and former students. Local authorities have advised people to stay on their guard and check their emergency preparedness kits.
A similar incident occurred when a magnitude 1.7 earthquake shook New Jersey, USA, in the early morning of Saturday, March 22, 2025. The quake’s epicenter was in the vicinity of Califon, NJ, 5 km east of Califon, at 5.7 km beneath the earth. Though slight, the quake was felt as far as Berlin, Connecticut, some 197 kilometres from the epicentre, and York, Pennsylvania, about 183 kilometres away. 
Thomas Pratt, a research seismologicist for the USGS said that seismic energy goes farther in the east because the composition is so good that even if the small quake occurs, it is felt farther away.
Also, of late seismic events emphasize the importance of seismic preparedness. Authorities advise that residents get prepared for an emergency supply and to keep up-to-date with safety protocols to avoid risks. Both areas remain on high alert levels as scientists keep close tabs on seismic activity.
