In a shocking development, the Kermadec Islands region near New Zealand was jolted with a major 7.3 magnitude earthquake on Monday. As per the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of the Kermadec Islands earthquake was at a depth of 10 km. Notably, after the major New Zealand Earthquake on Monday, a tsunami warning was also issued by the US Tsunami Warning System. It is pertinent to mention here that the Kermadec Islands were jolted with a 7.1 magnitude on the Richter scale. Now, the question arises with the Kermadec Islands jolted twice within a month, why such happening are now becoming frequent, or why the Kermadec Islands is prone to major earthquakes? To know the answer continue reading-
Why the Kermadec Islands is prone to earthquakes?
The answer is scientific or to be precise its location. New Zealand, including the Kermadec Islands, is situated on the boundary of two of the world's major tectonic plates – the Pacific Plate and the Australian Plate. Furthermore, New Zealand is also on the edge of the zone of intense seismic activity known as the Ring of Fire. As a result, New Zealand witness thousands of earthquakes every year.
Why Earthquakes are a major topic of discussion?
Earthquakes have been making waves around the world ever since thousands lost their lives in Turkey. To brush up your memory, Turkey witnessed a 7.8 magnitude earthquake on February 6, 2023 and it was termed as the deadliest in the country's history. There were approx 50,000 deaths were reported in the aftermath of the Turkey Earthquake alone keeping aside the injured numbers. Many countries around the world had come together to stand with Turkey including India. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Operation Dost in which the country sent its medical staff, NDRF, and even a temporary medical facilities in order to help the people of Turkey. India's effort in Turkey was not only appreciated by the locals but also garnered massive praise from world leaders.
Notably, during the Turkey Earthquake, a scientist name Frank Hoogerbeets came into prominence as well. It is said that Frank Hoogerbeets had predicted that Turkey will face a major earthquake. Not only this, he had further predicted that India, Afghanistan and Pakistan could be next in line. It is pertinent to mention here that the South Asian countries indeed witnessed multiple earthquakes, but not a deadly one as compared to Turkey.
Here's what netizens have to say on New Zealand Earthquake
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A user wrote, "There is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following the M7.1 Kermadec Islands earthquake. Civil Defence New Zealand said "based on current information, the initial assessment is that the earthquake is unlikely to have caused a tsunami that will pose a threat to New Zealand."
There is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following the M7.1 Kermadec Islands earthquake. Civil Defence New Zealand said "based on current information, the initial assessment is that the earthquake is unlikely to have caused a tsunami that will pose a threat to New Zealand."
— Chris Lynch (@chrislynchmedia) April 24, 2023
Another user wrote, "Crazy 7.3 earthquake followed up by a 5.4 aftershock. Now New Zealand has posted a tsunami warning. The Earthquake is right beside the Kermadec Islands, which is an uninhibited island that is a active volcano. The surround waters also is the home to several volcanos."
Crazy 7.3 earthquake followed up by a 5.4 aftershock. Now New Zealand has posted a tsunami warning.
— Ary McLean 🆚🌍🐍 (@doitformebb) April 24, 2023
The Earthquake is right beside the Kermadec Islands, which is an uninhibited island that is a active volcano. The surround waters also is the home to several volcanos. pic.twitter.com/4gCk703JVS