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earthquake Earthquake Risk in Christchurch, New Zealand

Risk Level: Low — Score 0/10

Risk: 0Historical: 7

Key Risk Factors

  • 25 events recorded in proximity in recent decades

Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.8 - 17km ENE of Christchurch, New Zealand (2016-02-14)

Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 3
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FEMA: 9Historical: 3
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FEMA: 9Historical: 0
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 3
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Risk: 9Historical: 8
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
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Risk: 9Historical: 8
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Risk: 9Historical: 10
Christchurch is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.

How Christchurch Compares

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Notable Earthquake Events Near Christchurch

Earthquake - 5.8 - 17km ENE of Christchurch, New Zealand

February 13, 2016 WATCH

Impact data not available

5.1 - South Island of New Zealand

June 20, 2011 ADVISORY

Impact data not available

6.3 - South Island of New Zealand

February 20, 2011 WATCH

Impact data not available

5.0 - South Island of New Zealand

September 6, 2010 ADVISORY

Impact data not available

7.4 - South Island of New Zealand

September 2, 2010 WARNING

Impact data not available

Earthquake Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
  • 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
  • 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
  • 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
  • 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly

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