Christchurch earthquake 2011 Flashcards
What was the magnitude of the Christchurch earthquake in 2011?
6.3
How long did the Christchurch earthquake last?
10 seconds
Where did the Christchurch earthquake occur?
New Zealand’s South Island
What type of geological margin was involved in the Christchurch earthquake?
Conservative margin between the Pacific Plate and the Australasian Plate
How many people were killed in the Christchurch earthquake?
185 people were killed.
How many properties were damaged in the Christchurch earthquake?
100,000 properties were damaged.
What was the total cost of the damage caused by the Christchurch earthquake?
$28 billion
What natural phenomenon contributed to the destruction of roads and buildings during the earthquake? (christchurch)
Liquefaction
How long were schools closed after the Christchurch earthquake?
2 weeks
What was a key vulnerability that contributed to the impact of the earthquake? (christchurch)
Unprepared for activity on a fault that was not previously identified.
How much international aid was provided immediately after the earthquake? (christchurch)
$6-7 million
Which organizations supplied aid workers after the christchurch earthquake?
The Red Cross and other charities
When was water and sewage restored after the christchurch earthquake?
By August 2011
What long-term response involved the construction of new infrastructure? (christchurch)
Construction of new homes
