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Ahuriri Lagoon after the earthquake (2nd of 2)

Ahuriri Lagoon after the earthquake

The earthquake lifted up the Napier foreshore. Comparison of the pre- and post-earthquake photos shows how much the coastline changed.

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Alexander Turnbull Library
Reference: 1/2-100000; G

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How to cite this page:

Eileen McSaveney. 'Historic earthquakes', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 9-Feb-12
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/historic-earthquakes/8/7/2