The Drake Passage is a body of water located between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica.

It follows yesterday's 7.4 magnitude earthquake which struck off the southern coast of the Philippines.

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11 Oct: Heavy rainfall in Mexico has left at least 27 people dead and more missing

11 Oct: Heavy downpours and strong wind gusts are setting in for central and southern parts of the country

11 Oct: At least four specialist Auckland fire trucks are out of action while they are tested for asbestos

10 Oct: Wild weather on the South Island's West Coast, has caused slips and flooding - closing a number of state highways

10 Oct: Warnings deadly tsunami waves are possible in Southeast Asia, after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines

10 Oct: Those who live in the South Island's Grey District are being urged to avoid non-essential travel as heavy rain floods parts of the area

10 Oct: The Grey Emergency Operation Centre has been activated as floodwaters rapidly rise on the West Coast

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