Large Earthquake hits Christchurch, NZ

lecker Hendl · 22-02-2011 07:05AM

At least 65 dead

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1359354/New-Zealand-earthquake-Many-feared-dead-Christchurch.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

supermouse · 22-02-2011 07:14AM

Im in Auckland too... its horrific!! The whole country is at standstill.... we dont know what to say or to do. Every one of my Kiwi mates have family down there... and some haven't heard from them since the quake.

Phone lines are mental with people trying to contact loved ones, understandable. Word is that everyone should stay off the phone as the people trapped are trying to communicate through their mobiles but busy networks are delaying their rescue.

Come on NZ, ye know how to do it - pull together, stay strong and get out of this mess as best as ye can! RIP to all those who have lost their lives, and those families who are waiting to hear from loved ones, you are in my thoughts xxx

lecker Hendl · 22-02-2011 07:20AM

Sorry to hear it Supermouse.

Google have set up a people finder for anyone unable to get in contact with people
http://christchurch-2011.person-finder.appspot.com/

Lirange · 22-02-2011 07:23AM

This one was much closer to Christchurch and during the day. So even though it wasn't nearly as powerful as the last one it's a recipe for a much bigger disaster.

supermouse · 22-02-2011 07:29AM

And it was only 5km deep.... its not the scale of them on the richter that makes them deadly, its the proximity to the surface.

So sad

x

Xavi6 · 22-02-2011 07:32AM

Xavi6 wrote: »

Missus hasn't been able to get through to her cousin and family in CC yet. Fingers crossed.

All good thankfully.

whiskeyman · 22-02-2011 09:48AM

Really hope the death count doesn't spiral up.
Damage looks terrible.

watna · 22-02-2011 09:49AM

The news just gave an unconfirmed update that the amount of fatalaties is expected to rise to 200 - 400

CreepingDeath · 22-02-2011 10:05AM

watna wrote: »

I haven't noticed any difference in Wellington. It feels weird to see the devestation in Christchurch and then everything in Wellington is ticking along normally. It's surreal.

Thanks for that post.
My little sister is staying in Wellington, hadn't heard anything from her.

Edit: Just got word she's okay. Hope everyone else's loved ones are okay here too.

Kimono-Girl · 22-02-2011 10:06AM

its absolutely awful, two lads i've been friends with since i was 10 are living out there, both are ok thankfully!

but they are still waiting to hear from friends!

123balltv · 22-02-2011 10:33AM

God love the families terrible news these earthquakes keep coming Thank God we dont have any

dcr22B · 22-02-2011 10:37AM

Not much sleep had last night as my brother was caught up in the middle of the earthquake. He's OK thank God but he's fairly shook up and said that thankfully he's reasonably fit as it's no fun dodging falling debris. My thoughts are with the people of Canterbury as they try to come to terms with what has happened.

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/christchurch-earthquake/index.html

Just looking at these photos is making me emotional and wanting the little fecker to come home. He reckons the hostel that he was staying in has been levelled so he's pretty much got the shirt on his back. Been able to text/Facebook him has reasssured all my family that he's safe!

22-02-2011 10:41AM

*phew* Friend of mine that lives in Christchurch is OK.

Daemos · 22-02-2011 10:50AM

johnny_ultimate wrote: »

I experienced a few small quakes when I was there. They were only minor. But unfortunately a major quake was inevitable, and I'm devastated that it occured during the day as they've been extremely lucky so far.

Trust me, if it happened during the night it would be much worse. People would be asleep and caught off-guard, as opposed to awake and at least able to make some effort to get to safety. It's devastating that it happened, but if it was going to happen then during the day would be the better option.

My thoughts are with all those affected.

IvyTheTerrible · 22-02-2011 10:51AM

God, that's shocking news, and the photos are unreal.

RIP for those that died and I hope all boardsies loved ones in Christchurch turn out to be ok.

Hail 2 Da Thief · 22-02-2011 11:01AM

Horrible news, hopefully they can rescue those still trapped!

billymitchell · 22-02-2011 11:12AM

Just heard my cousin is ok. The pub she worked in(The Bog for those who know CC) and her car got destroyed, but she is fine!!

Condolences to the friends and families of those who died. RIP

Rabies · 22-02-2011 11:24AM

I'd be very surprised if CC is still used as a world cup host city in a fee months.
For safety reasons it shouldn't be

Yakuza · 22-02-2011 11:32AM

RIP to the victims. I was there in 2000 with the missus, we have very fond memories of the place (and of NZ in general). I hope all the unaccounted for get found and don't add to the victim list

SEPT 23 1989 · 22-02-2011 11:35AM

The Antipodeans are having a run of very bad luck

RIP to those killed

kelle · 22-02-2011 11:44AM

I've only just stumbled on this thread. OMG, I'm in bits looking at the photos.

But it's looking good so far for fellow Boardsies friends and loved ones.

RIP to those who were killed, and my condolances to their friends and families.

johnny_ultimate · 22-02-2011 11:44AM

Have heard most of my friends over there are fine.

But 65 dead. Really puts things into perspective

These things happen all over the world, but when it happens somewhere you're familiar with the shock is much bigger.

Aidric · 22-02-2011 12:25PM

watna wrote: »

The news just gave an unconfirmed update that the amount of fatalaties is expected to rise to 200 - 400

Given the sensitive nature of this story, wouldn't you be better off sticking to the facts?

Posting unconfirmed updates has absolutely no benefit.

AFC_1903 · 22-02-2011 12:28PM

There was a report on New Zealand TV3 etc that there had been fatalities at the YHA hostel in Christchurch.

According to YHA Association via Twitter they advise the following:

"YHA Christchurch staff and guests are all OK following today's quake. The rumour about dead or injured guests at YHA hostels in INCORRECT."

Good news.

Rabies · 22-02-2011 12:46PM

Aidric wrote: »

Given the sensitive nature of this story, wouldn't you be better off sticking to the facts?

Posting unconfirmed updates has absolutely no benefit.

Watna is posting what is on the news over here. NZ tv stations are doing non stop cover. They are speculating on what is a possibly expected number.

Grid. · 22-02-2011 01:05PM

Awful news!! :(The pictures today look horrific, R.I.P and condolences to the NZ community.

TheZohanS · 22-02-2011 02:07PM

The Department of Foreign Affairs has said it is urgently liaising with New Zealand officials to establish whether any Irish people are involved.
Anyone with concerns regarding family or friends can contact the department 01-4180222, and register details online on its travel registration system.

Contact number.

WindSock · 22-02-2011 02:42PM

http://christchurch-2011.person-finder.appspot.com/

Google People Finder

BaZmO* · 22-02-2011 02:56PM

Have family living there, just outside CC, and they said the place is devastated. Luckily they're all ok.

A friend and his wife and child were on holidays there and left on a flight 40 mins before the earthquake hit. Talk about lucky.

Dozen Wicked Words · 22-02-2011 05:12PM

RIP to all those who died. My friend is in Christchurch, haven't heard from him yet, hoping to hear something during their daytime later on.

Edit: He is safe and stopping with friends now thank goodness.

Large Earthquake hits Christchurch, NZ

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