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Tsunami fears over as alert downgraded
The official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.
Kiwis face wait for news of loved ones
Of the 200 New Zealanders known to be in Chile, 80 have so far confirmed they are safe.
Tsunami warnings have mixed results around NZ
Tsunami warnings look to be cancelled as beach-goers who waited all day outside the water start heading home.
Tsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hit
Civil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.
Tsunami: No damage reported on Pacific islands
Blaring tsunami warning sirens woke up Pacific island residents early this morning resulting in mass evacuations, but most warnings have been cancelled with no reported damage.
Kiwis head for the water, as tsunami warning remains
Paua fishermen are diving back into the seas and surfers are out to catch waves even as tsunami warnings stay in place.
Tsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coast
New Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.
'Crazy' people head to beach to watch tsunami
Crowds are gathering at beaches to watch the tsunami threatening New Zealand, says the coastguard.
Cruise ship evacuated from port as tsunami threat looms
Auckland's ferries have been cancelled and boaties warned to head for deep water as New Zealand faces a possible tsunami.
Tsunami gauges 'stabilising'
Wave activity "appears to be stabilised" at previously-reported levels, Civil Defence Emergency Management says.
Evacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham Islands
The first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.
NZ on tsunami alert after quake in Chile
A tsunami generated by a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Chile, is expected to reach New Zealand this morning.
Possible NZ arrival times for tsunami
Official tsunami warnings are in place for the entire east coast of New Zealand after a massive earthquake in Chile overnight.