Live updates: Wellington earthquake

Children and staff drop, cover and hold as they've been taught at St Mary's School, Carterton, during today's 6.2 quake. Photo / Gerald Ford

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck Wellington at 2:31pm this afternoon.

We are providing live updates on the emergency response.

Where to get help:

Civil Defence Wellington 04 4737363
www.civildefence.govt.nz

Wellington City Council 04 4994444
wellington.govt.nz

Healthline 0800 611116
www.health.govt.nz/your-health/services-and-support/health-care-services/healthline

Police / Fire Service 111
www.police.govt.nz/about-site/other-sites/111-website