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Showing posts with label earthquake in Christchurch. Show all posts
Showing posts with label earthquake in Christchurch. Show all posts

Sunday, July 10, 2011

Helicopter Ride Across the Earthquake Red Zone of Christchurch

Helipro in Christchurch is offering people a chance to view the earthquake-ravaged CBD from the air - and also to help raise funds for the Kate Barron Trust. Kate was trapped in the PGC building after the 22nd February earthquake and subsequently lost both her legs. The flights last 15 minutes and cost $145. $25 of this will go to the Trust. Click here for a first hand account of one of these amazing flights.























Sunday, February 27, 2011

Hope for Christchurch

Christchurch will be Rebuilt

Christchurch suffered a devastating 6.3 earthquake on the 22nd February 2011. This followed a 7.1 earthquake on the 4th September 2010. The latest quake caused immense damage with hundreds of buildings sustaining irreparable damage, homes splitting in two and collapsing, extensive liquefaction and severe damage to the city's sewer system. Mayor Bob Parker stated this week that all the rebuilding that had been taken place in the last six months has been undone. Nevertheless, he is positive about the future and has encouraged Christchurch residents to take heart. His message is that Christchurch will be rebuilt.