Our thoughts are with all those affected by the recent devastating earthquake in Christchurch on the 22nd of February 2011. We have family in the area and they are ok although very shaken and concerned for others worse affected, as we all are.
There are a number of websites that can be used for up-to-date information:
And various organisations are accepting donations in the form of everything from cash to food, water, blankets and accommodation:
http://www.redcross.org.nz/donate
http://www.facebook.com/OperationAngel
http://www.anz.co.nz/about-us/canterbury-earthquake-information/?pid=mkt-sb-hp-feb22-earthquake
http://www.westpac.co.nz/olcontent/olcontent.nsf/Content/earthquake
Events are being organised to raise money and supplies:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=201163763228480
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=166766570041416
Severely damaged road
Driving became extremely dangerous
A 4x4 being used to transport the injured
A building crushes a car. Just one of many.
Some roads impassable.
A scene of utter devistation
