An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter Scale struck the eastern Bay of Plenty this morning.
GNS Science said the 6.38am quake hit 100km north of White Island, at a depth of 170km.
It was felt in Opotiki and possibly on the East Cape.
- NZPA
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