earthquake 5.1

Buildings collapse as powerful tremor shakes Athens

The 5.1 magnitude earthquake had an epicentre about 22km (14 miles) north-west of Athens.

Athenians ran out into the streets as the city shook for 15 seconds.

There were no reports of serious injuries, but several aftershocks have been felt and two buildings have collapsed.

The strongest aftershock had a magnitude of 4.3, almost an hour after the initial quake hit at 14:13 (11:13 GMT). Seismologists warn there could be more.

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake in Wellington

It was 17 kilometres deep, and 30km north-east of Seddon.

A Picton resident has described it as a "bit of a big juddery" quake, rattling their house.

All trains in the city are running at reduced speeds, Metlink has advised