Be prepared for aftershocks, increased chance of larger quake - expert
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A 5.9 magnitude earthquake has struck Manawatū-Whanganui in the early hours of this morning.
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The quake hit 5km south of Taumarunui at 4.51am, at a depth of 9km.
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Nearly 23,000 people have reported feeling the shaking, marked as âsevereâ on Geonet, from as far north as Auckland to the top of the South Island - with a few people even reporting feeling it in Dunedin.
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Minor slips have been reported on roads in the region and drivers have been urged to drive with caution.
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Emergency services and roading crews are âcurrently assessing the situationâ.
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