Christchurch has been shaken by a 5.7 magnitude magnitude quake at 1.13pm this afternoon. There have been no reports of serious damage or injuries but a cliff has fallen in Sumner.
A 5.7 magnitude quake struck Christchurch at 1.13pm and was felt as far north as Wellington. • A cliff has collapsed in Sumner • Shelves have fallen in homes, shops and libraries but so far no reports of serious injuries or damage. • Riccarton Mall, Northlands Mall, Ballantynes and Colombo Mall have beenevacuated. • Spark is urging people to text or use data where possible to stop phone lines overloading. • Police say at least 450 homes are without power • Aftershocks are continuing.
