Hawke's Bay earthquake 1931

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Title

Hawke's Bay earthquake 1931

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The Hawke's Bay Earthquake (also known as the Napier Earthquake) occurred on the morning of Tuesday 3 February 1931. The quake devastated the region, injured thousands and killed at least 256 people, making it one of New Zealand's deadliest quakes. The Art Deco rebuild has led to Napier and Hastings being iconic for this architectural style.

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Date created

22-07-2022

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https://anyquestions.govt.nz/many-answers/hawke-s-bay-earthquake-1931

Related subjects

Napier / Hawke's Bay / New Zealand disasters / earthquakes / continuity and change / social sciences / science / physical world / history / art deco / architecture / rebuild / tragedy / Aotearoa NZ / Hastings / disasters

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