Earthquake
Christchurch Earthquake Damage [Pictures]
Initial reports only mention minor damage to the area..
USGS: Massive 7.4 magnitude quake hits near New Zealand, Christchurch – ‘Significant Damage’ Reported
A strong earthquake of 7.4 magnitude hit New Zealand, just 4 miles (7 km) southeast of Christchurch, in the middle of the night local time, the U.S. Geological Survey said on Friday.
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A powerful earthquake has rocked Christchurch, and aftershocks are ongoing. The power appears to have been knocked out across much of the city. The quake has been felt through much of the South Island. It struck just before 5am this morning.
It was felt widely across the South Island, including Christchurch and Timaru, and there have also been reports of the quake being felt as far as Wellington. Several aftershocks have been felt. Witness Colleen Simpson said everyone was out in the street in their pyjamas looking scared and worried. There was no power and the mobile network was failing.
Radio NZ reports power off to most of Christchurch. Orion says many substations down, sewer and water pipes ruptured.. Reports of looting on Colombo St. (not confirmed )
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7.3 Rocks Sumatra * Tsunami Alert Issued, Close to 2004 Earthquake
Indonesia has issued a tsunami alert after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck near the province of Aceh.
The site is very close to that of the 2004 earthquake that triggered the Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed about 220,000 people.
[VIDEO] Iceland Volcano in ACTION
Ash and Lightning above Iceland Volcano
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Video from the Telegraph.co.uk
Iceland Volcano * Nightmarish Face From Space
Edvard Munch's painting 'The Scream.' - Coincidence
…..Meanwhile, a radar image of the volcanic crater appears to show a nightmarish face, which is reminiscent of Edvard Munch’s painting ‘The Scream.’ Coincidentally, it is thought that the masterpiece was inspired by the blood red skies caused by…. (continue reading…)
Obey Tsunami Warnings Or Else
AU Attorney-General Message to Curious Australians Ignoring Dangers
FEDERAL Attorney-General Robert McClelland says police and emergency services may be used to clear people off the beaches during future tsunami warnings, after last weekend’s warning was largely ignored by the public.
Mr McClelland has ordered a review of the public response to tsunami warnings after lifesavers struggled to clear beaches on the New South Wales and Queensland coast following the earthquake that struck Chile on February 27.
World News: Aussie surfers, swimmers ignore tsunami warnings
New Zealand people were in no hurry to take precautions either..
As people across the South Pacific headed for the hills on Sunday fearing giant waves, Australian swimmers, surfers and looky loos did the opposite and flocked to the beach. Scores of people ignored warnings of dangerous currents at Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach and dipped into the water, and hundreds rushed to seaside outlooks to watch for giant waves. (Picture above – small crowd in Surfers Paradise near the waters edge waiting for some action)
People Lineup Along Waters Edge On Gold Coast Australia To Watch Tsunami Arrive
February 28th 2010 8:20am
Tsunami hits NZ: Harbour ‘like a washing machine’
February 28 2010
A tsunami surge of water measuring one metre has reached Northland, turning the normally plaid harbour into a "washing machine".
"The wave was approximately one metre. It sucks out and comes in. It takes a couple of minutes. They are very long waves," said Jeroen Jongejans from his boat near the harbour entrance.
