In Pics: Earthquake rattles New Zealand

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 jolted New Zealand triggering tsunami warnings and sending aftershocks across the country.

Wellington, Nov 14: An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 jolted New Zealand triggering tsunami warnings and sending aftershocks across the country.

While the first tremor was felt on just after midnight on Monday, several aftershocks were felt which sent panic waves across.

There was damage reported in several areas whereas only two people were reportedly killed.The South Island has been witnessing several aftershocks too. Several people were moved to safety and many residents were seen stoking up basic supplies.

Here are some images that show the after effects of the earthquake:

People rush to safety after earthquake

People stand in Tory Street after being evacuated from buildings in Wellington after a 6.6 earthquake based around Cheviot in the South island shock the capital, New Zealand.

Large fissure develops after earthquake

A large fissure runs along Kaikoura Road about two hours north of Christchurch after a major earthquake struck New Zealand's south Island early Monday.

Several buildings were damaged after the quake struck NZ

Glass and masonry litter the footpath in Wellington Monday after a major earthquake struck New Zealand's south Island early Monday.

Strong aftershocks continued to rattle NZ

Groceries litter the aisle at the New World, in Miramar area of Wellington after a major earthquake struck New Zealand's south Island early on Monday.

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