Christchurch New Zealand Earthquake Case Study - DO NOT NEED Flashcards
When did the earthquake take place
On the 14th of November 2016 at 12:02am a magnitude 7.8 earthquake shook New Zealand.
Where did the earthquake hit
The earthquake hit Christchurch, which is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Canterbury region
Why did this earthquake happen
The exact cause of the quake on the 14th of November 2016 is not yet clear. But the US Geological Survey says it was a result of an “oblique-reverse” fault. That occurs when two plates are moving towards one another, and after enough tension is built up, one slips up over the other, releasing the tension.
What did it cause
It left thousands stranded and cut off: Kaikoura, a town of about 2000 people, in the north island, had been almost completely isolated with roads closed and phone lines down. There was a state of emergency in place for the town
Who was affected
2 people died and 57 were injured
