6.2 magnitude Quake strikes near New Plymouth, New Zealand, no immediate tsunami warning - USGS

An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck on Tuesday on New Zealand's north island, the United States Geological Survey said. There were no immediate reports of a tsunami warning, damage or casualties from the quake, which hit 63 km (39 miles) east of the city of New Plymouth, at a depth of 228 km (142 miles). 

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(With inputs from agencies.)