AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- A 7.1 earthquake rocked the East Coast of New Zealand's North Island Friday, knocking out power to thousands, closing schools and rail lines and triggering a tsunami warning, authorities said.
The quake struck just before dawn and was felt over much the country. The tsunami warning was issued about 90 minutes later. Evacuations were also advised on the East Cape region of the northern island, but the warning has since been lifted.