At around 12.50 pm (local time) the city of Christchurch was rocked by a major earthquake that has caused severe damage and it is feared there may be many deaths. (unconfirmed)
Christchurch was still recovering from a 7.1 magnitude quake in September last year and perhaps due to the closer proximity of the epicentre, this quake has caused more damage to buildings and infrastructure. Smaller after-shocks are being felt as I write this. Historic Christchurch Cathedral has been severely damaged, along with many other buildings and roads.
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02-21-2011, 08:27 PM #1
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Christchurch NZ Hit By 6.3 Magnitude Earthquake
Last edited by Rodri; 02-21-2011 at 08:31 PM.
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02-21-2011, 08:50 PM #2
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that looks scary.. the SMH is reporting ****eloads of damage.. thanks for reporting rodri
really fearful for peeps atm
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02-21-2011, 09:11 PM #3
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There's too many disasters going on in that part of the world. While I don't want disasters to happen elsewhere either, Australasia (or whatever regional term you prefer) badly needs a break from all this destruction. :|
It's all Rodri's fault.
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02-21-2011, 11:54 PM #4
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Riots, natural disasters, economic collapse. It the end of the world!
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02-22-2011, 12:19 AM #5
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Last time I heard, there were 8 confirmed deaths, but a couple of buses, with passengers, were crushed by buildings so the number definately will be higher.
It's just been breaking news, full coverage for a couple of hours now, on television.
Come to think of it, for 6 hours.
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02-22-2011, 12:27 AM #6
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Sorry for my double post, but as of now there are 65 people confirmed dead.
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02-22-2011, 12:28 AM #7
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Very sad, my thoughts goes out to those who were lost and their families
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02-22-2011, 01:01 AM #8
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Very sad indeed. I feel for the people there and their families. Now lets hope that the casualties don't climb
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02-22-2011, 02:51 AM #9
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my cousin in christchurch sent a short message saying that the city has 'come down'.
I don't know how to put it better... or worse.
(c) Ravensigs production Originally Posted by llCHICKll
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02-22-2011, 03:56 AM #10
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These images show just some of the devestation in Christchurch.
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Rescue teams are on the way from Australia and the USA. Also, in a fortunate twist of fate, many Australian doctors were already in Christchurch for a medical conference and are now helping deal with the injured, as best they can. The devestation to the downtown area is extreme. After-shocks are still being felt, which is making search and rescue operations even more dangerous as many buildings are near to the point of total collapse.PEACE
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