Levin earthquake: 4.1 magnitude quake strikes, locals feel ‘big rumble’

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake has struck off Levin this afternoon.

GeoNet reported the quake hit 10 km northwest of Levin and at a depth of 36km.

One local said on Facebook, “Was quite rumble first had me thinking earthquake long before jolt.”

“Sounded like a truck hit the side of my house, then the shake a few seconds later,” another local said.

Earthquake strikes 10 km north-west of Levin. Photo / GeoNet

“Big rumble first as I was sitting at the computer,” another said.

In Horowhenua, clean-up efforts took place last month after two tornadoes struck the region.

These tornadoes left damage in Levin and Waikawa Beach, with emergency crews assessing the impact.

Mayor Bernie Wanden said at the time of the tornadoes in April: “Please know that we’re here for you and doing everything we can to support our community through the response and recovery.”

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