Wellington's central library will close at 8.30pm on Tuesday night following advice received from engineers that the building may not be safe in the event of an earthquake. Wellington's Central Library will close indefinitely after the city council received engineering advice about significant quake vulnerabilities. KEVIN STENT/STUFF Wellington Central Library will close from 8.30pm Tuesday amid quake safety concerns. SUPPLIED Flyers are being handed out to Wellington Central Library visitors on Tuesday, after confirmation the facility will close indefinitely following seismic engineer advice. (File photo)Items currently on loan from the central library would be automatically renewed, and fees for returning items to other branches would be suspended.

Source: Stuff March 19, 2019 01:39 UTC