I was in Christchurch just under a year ago. It is truly eerie to see a place that I have visited to be in such a devastated state. The city was so beautiful and the people so friendly, it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to NZ and AU. Our hotel (Heritage Christchurch) was actually right across the street from the now-spire-less Cathedral, and we'd walk past it each time we left the hotel.
Although they are reporting 65 confirmed dead, I would imagine that will increase significantly as there are a number of building collapses, including a multi-story office building. On a weekday, no less.
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