Major Wellington earthquake could isolate regions for months, study finds
Research simulating a 7.5 magnitude quake on the Wellington Fault shows the capital and surrounding areas could be cut off for months.
A new study has modelled the impact of a magnitude 7.5 earthquake on the Wellington Fault, finding that up to 80% of outbound roads from Wellington would become impassable. The Hutt Valley and Wairarapa could remain isolated for three months or longer. The research suggests such a quake would severely disrupt supply chains, potentially halting fuel and supermarket deliveries to affected areas.
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Major quake could leave parts of Wellington isolated for three months, study finds
A new study has found the Hutt Valley and Wairarapa could remain isolated three months after a hypothetical magnitude 7.5 earthquake on the Wellington Fault.
RNZ
80% of road travel out of Wellington wouldn't be possible after 7.5 magnitude quake – study
New research simulating what would happen to Wellington's road network in a major earthquake has found some parts would be cut off for months.
Stuff
Major 7.5 quake in Wellington could strand 90% of commuters
A study by researchers at the University of Auckland shows the capital and its regions could be cut off for months if a big quake hits.
1News
Magnitude 7.5 quake would block 80% of Wellington outbound roads – study
New research simulating what would happen to the capital's road network in a major earthquake found some parts would be cut off for months.
1News
How a quake could bring fuel and supermarket deliveries to a halt
Beyond collapsed buildings and the immediate toll on human lives, there are other impacts.