Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Christchurch in New Zealand's South Island has been hit by a 6.3 magnitude earthquake at a depth of 5km, centered 10 km south of the city centre.5th UPDATE: Earthquake Hits Christchurch, Wrecks Cathedral - WSJ.comChristchurch Earthquake | Christchurch Cathedral's Top Destroyed (photos) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneC Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 How terrible. I hope they'll be ok, I'm praying for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Some are not - there are confirmed fatalities already and there are people trapped they are trying to rescue before it gets dark. Not to mention the risk of fire (one building with an unknown number of people trapped inside is on fire) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prospectmom Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Oh my how awful how is our church set up there????? Prayers are of course being said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 I know there is a temple in Hamilton (in the North Island) but I don't think there is one further down. I did find this this from the LDS site: 6.3 Quake Hits Christchurch 6.3 Quake Hits Christchurch22 February 2011CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — The New Zealand Herald reports that there are “multiple fatalities” after a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit the city of Christchurch a few hours ago (12.51pm local time). All Mormon missionaries in the area are safe and well, according to Clive Jolliffe, Wellington Mission President for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Church leaders are contacting members of the Church throughout the city to confirm the safety and well-being of all Latter-day Saints in the affected region so immediate support can be mobilised.A Church Physical Facilities Department employee, Norm Scirkovich, was in Christchurch when the quake hit. He reports that chapels belonging to the Church have been substantially damaged including cracked walls, separation of slabs and severe liquefaction.”“The ground is covered in sand due to the liquefaction and upheaval from below the ground surface,” Scirkovich said, standing outside the Church’s Avonside Chapel. “All the surrounding roads in the immediate area are flooded, cars are up to their doors in mud, bridges have been compressed and deformed.”Further assessment is ongoing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prospectmom Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Wow thanks for the update I hope you keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just_A_Guy Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Trulykiwi (and any other LDS.netters from New Zealand), let us know how you're doing, will you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 VIDEO: Helicopter footage of Christchurch after quake - National - Video - 3 News (video)The liquefaction is astonishing - many streets are under water. The Christchurch cathedral has collapsed on one side and there are very likely people who have died as the spire of the cathedral collapsed. The city was barely over last year's 7.2 quake (that was 33 km deep and had no fatalities) and this one, though a smaller magnitude, has caused so much more damage and loss. people are still trapped in buildings - it is amazing they have survived in some of them with the damage done to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 65 confirmed dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gargantuan Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 My brother and my mother served their Missions in New Zealand. Mom was in Christchurch and brother was in Wellington. I pray that their loved ones are okay. Thanks for the update I will let them know about it. Gar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizrenowden Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Awful news - thoughts and prayers are with them all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Trulykiwi (and any other LDS.netters from New Zealand), let us know how you're doing, will you? Trulykiwi won't be answering as she was banned awhile back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 (edited) Just a quick update.Christchurch quake: National emergency declared - National - NZ Herald News Edited February 22, 2011 by Sitamoia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADoyle90815 Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 It seems like this was an aftershock to the 7.2 quake, only shallower and closer to the city than the original earthquake. My thoughts and prayers are with those affected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 Earthquake Strikes Christchurch, New Zealand - LDS NewsroomAll missionaries are accounted for and safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sitamoia Posted February 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 The number killed is now up to 113 with 120 inside the CTV building that has collapsed leaving no hope of survivors. Between 16 and 22 people are thought to have been in the spire of the cathedral when it collapsed. Then there are the unknown numbers of people who may have been killed in alleyways, streets and vehicles.Christchurch Earthquake: Many overseas families to receive bad news - Local News - Hawke's Bay TodayChristchurch earthquake: Doctor uses hacksaw in amputation - National - NZ Herald News Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Statement From the Church’s Pacific Area Presidency22 February 2011 — Salt Lake CityThe Pacific Area Presidency of the Church released a statement on the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Christchurch, New Zealand, Tuesday afternoon:"We are deeply concerned for the people of Christchurch at this time. Many have lost their lives due to Tuesday’s 6.3 magnitude earthquake. We extend our love and sympathy to families and individuals who are grieving. We are grateful for and marvel at the courageous leadership of Mayor Bob Parker, his fellow council officers and all others engaged in the difficult task of rescuing those still trapped in buildings. This is in addition to all they are doing to manage other aspects of the disaster response. Many other churches, organizations and individual volunteers are reaching out to neighbours and others to identify urgent needs and do what can be done to provide medical aid and to bring relief and comfort to those who are suffering. Our own Church's leaders and members are busy assessing needs and resources among our own faith community, as well as reaching out to our neighbours and friends in Christchurch communities. We are grateful for the inspiring and unwearying leadership of Maurice McDonald, president of the Christchurch New Zealand Stake. He and other Church leaders in Christchurch are not only taking care of their own families but also supporting many other individuals and families. We in the Pacific Area Presidency, along with many others throughout New Zealand and overseas, continue to pray for those who are grieving the loss of loved ones; for those who are injured and suffering; for the elderly and children who are especially traumatized; for Civil Defense, rescue and medical workers, and for all others impacted by yesterday's earthquake. We invite members of our Church to join with us and those of other faiths to pray to God with all of our might that lives may be saved, wounds healed, hearts comforted and families united in safety. As a church bearing the name of Jesus Christ, we will continue to do as the Saviour would have us do. We will work with government and other groups to bring help, healing and hope to those affected by this disaster."Pacific Area PresidencyElder Tad R. CallisterElder James J. HamulaElder Brent H. Nielson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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