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Powerful Quake Strikes Off New Zealand Coast

by VOA News

   A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of New Zealand but there
   were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
   The U.S. Geological Survey said the 7.1-magnitude quake hit early
   Friday, 169 kilometers northeast of Gisborne.It had a depth of 30
   kilometers.
   The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Hawaii said no tsunami of
   significant strength was expected.