More than 20 aftershocks have been recorded at Lake Taupō since the 4.4 magnitude earthquake which hit the area on Sunday.

Geonet volcano duty officer Yannik Behr says the series of quakes are "not unusual" given the Taupō volcanoes "state of minor volcanic unrest".

"The unrest is caused by processes associated with magma and magma-related hot water, gas and steam deep under the volcano generating earthquakes and ground movement," says Yannik.

According to a Taupō District Council spokesperson, there has been no reports of damage related to the recent earthquakes.

Slips and under water landslides in the area are not uncommon however, as on November 30, 2022, a magnitude 5.7 quake hit Lake Taupō, which caused a "small tsunami".

"This saw the beach retreat at Wharewaka Point, which Geonet said may be associated with a possible under water landslide," says the Taupō District Council spokesperson.

Yannik says it is always good to prepare for emergencies, "no matter the state of the volcano".

"People should visit getready.govt.nz for advice."

The Taupō District Council encourages residents to be prepared for "any natural disasters".

"People should have a prep talk with whānau and/or housemates, make a plan, have supplies and a grab bag ready, and stay informed," says the Taupō District Council spokesperson.

For more information about being prepared at Lake Taupō, visit the Taupō District Council website.