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State of emergency in quake hit Christchurch
[NZ Herald]  Civil Defence has declared a state of emergency in Christchurch following today's massive earthquake.Civil Defence told Radio NZ the state of emergency had been called. Christchurch has been left devastated after a massive 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck 30km west of the city at 4.35am this morning. The quake was at a depth of 10-12km and was centred near Darfield, and has left large parts of the area without power, water or telephones. New Brighton and other seaside areas are bracing for possible evacuation. Prime Minister John Key is travelling to the area. Posted by: Fred 2010-09-04 |
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