The magnitude of the Chile quake has been confirmed as 8.8. A local tsunami has been confirmed with the highest recorded wave measuring 2.2m.
The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management (MCDEM) and GNS science advisors have been closely monitoring the situation following the above quake. Based on current information, MCDEM has issued a National Warning:Tsunami Threat to NZ. Scientific Advisors confirm a possible marine threat along the east coast of the North Island, South Island and Chatham Island. If a tsunami has been generated, the first wave may arrive in New Zealand in the areas around Chatham Island (Waitangi Side) at approximately 07:05 HRS NZDT 28/02/2010. The first wave may arrive later and may not be the largest .Waves may continue for several hours.Current assessment is for a non destructive tsunami for NZ with wave heights at the shore of between 0.2 and 1 metre.
People in coastal areas should:
1. Stay off beaches
2. Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, including boating activities)
3. NOT go sightseeing
4. Share this information with family, neighbours and friends
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