Tectonic Hazards HIC - Christchurch Earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
What were the 2 primary effects of Christchurch earthquake on people?
A
- 185 people died
- 3000 people injured
2
Q
What were the 4 primary effects of Christchurch earthquake on infrastructure?
A
- 50% of city buildings = damaged
- Cathedral collapsed
- $28 billion in damages
- water and sewage pipes = damaged
3
Q
What were the 4 immediate responses of Christchurch earthquake?
A
- $6-7 million donated as foreign aid
- 300 Australian police officers
- areas zoned off to assess damages
- 30,000 were provided with chemical toilets
4
Q
What were the 5 long term responses of Christchurch earthquake?
A
- $898 million = building insurance claims
- water and sewage restored after 6 months
- temporary and secure housing was built
- 10,000 homes rebuilt
- Canterbury Earthquake Recovery (co-ordinates governments response/recovery to earthquakes)
