New Zealand earthquake – Huge 6.1 magnitude tremor rocks Wellington as nation recovers from cyclone

A HUGE 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocked New Zealand today. The quake was centred around its capital Wellington on the north island shortly after 7.30pm local time. GeoNetThe earthquake hit on Wednesday evening[/caption] GeoNet classed the quake as “strong” after it struck with a jolt. It was followed by 30 seconds of moderate shaking.  A resident told the New Zealand Herald the quake had more of a rolling sensation. Other Kiwis described the quake as “massive” and “scary”. It comes a day after New Zealand declared a national state of emergency due to widespread flooding and damage from Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle.  THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY… The Sun is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Download our fantastic, new and improved free App for the best ever Sun Online experience. For iPhone click here, for Android click here.  Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.