1869 Christchurch earthquake
Earthquake in New Zealand
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The 1869 Christchurch earthquake occurred at 8:00 am on 5 June, near New Brighton, with an estimated Richter magnitude of 6.0.[1] The shock had a Mercalli Intensity of VIIâVIII.[1][3]
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| Local date | 5 June 1869 |
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| Local time | 8:00 a.m. |
| Magnitude | 6.0 ML[1] 4.7 Mw[2] |
| Epicentre | 44°S 173°E[1] |
| Areas affected | South Island New Zealand |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) â MMI VIII (Severe)[1] |
| Casualties | None |
The shock damaged several brick and stone buildings in the city, destroying chimneys and damaging the spire of St John's church in Hereford Street.[4][5]
The effects of the earthquake on stone buildings such as St. Johns prompted the Church of St Michael and All Angels to be built using timber.[6]
