An earthquake has rattled Wellington residents this afternoon.
The 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck 80 km south-east of Seddon shortly after 4pm.
More than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep.
More than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep. Photo / Geonet
An earthquake has rattled Wellington residents this afternoon.
The 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck 80 km south-east of Seddon shortly after 4pm.
More than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep.
GNS said the earthquake was regarded as weak and caused light shaking near Seddon.
Last night saw an increased presence of illegal street racers in Hutt Valley and Porirua.