Christchurch earthquake Flashcards
When was Christchurch earthquake?
February 22nd, 2011.
Which plate boundaries does Christchurch sit on?
Pacific and Australian, conservative boundary
What was it on Richter scale and distance from Christchurch ?
6.3 and 6km from city, focus 4km down
Why was Christchurch vulnerable?
-High population of 400,000
Primary impacts of earthquake?
-40% of buildings destroyed.
-185 killed and 6000 injured.
-$20 billion economic damage.
Secondary impacts?
-Landslides, near lyttelon
-World Cup relocated
Short term responses?
Medical attention sought quickly.
Long term responses?
-Demolition and rebuilding
-Investment and job creation
-National government provided $8.8 billion then many philanthropists.
-Recovery strategy by central development planners focusing on mitigating future risks.
Effectiveness of response?
Very effective, and aided by wealth of government and local philanthropists in terms of long run.
Short run wasn’t needed due to low death toll.
Link to park model?
-Limited reduction in QOL
-Quick rehabilitation and reconstruction due to government investment.
