NZ hit by quake

November 14

New Zealand”s South Island has been hit by a powerful earthquake that has left at least two people dead.

Evacuations were underway early on Monday local time after a 7.8 magnitude quake and reports of  a tsunami heading for the east coast of both islands.

Quake-related damage has been reported in several places including the capital of Wellington.

The Guardian has coverage here and the NZ Herald here.

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