The Latest: 140 people evacuated after New Zealand quake
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The Latest on a strong earthquake that struck New Zealand (all times local):
8:45 p.m.
New Zealand military officials say they’ve evacuated about 140 stranded tourists and residents from the coastal township of Kaikoura and expect that number to rise to 200 by the end of the day.
They say two babies were among those rescued Tuesday.
The military is using four NH90 helicopters to rescue those stranded by Monday’s powerful earthquake and to deliver supplies.