Nz Eq Flashcards
(16 cards)
What was the magnitude of the earthquake in Christchurch on 22/02/11?
6.3
The earthquake occurred at 12:51 PM.
What was the depth of the focus of the Christchurch earthquake?
5 Km
This depth is relatively shallow for an earthquake.
What type of fault line was involved in the Christchurch earthquake?
Conservative fault line
This was created by the movement of the Pacific Plate against the Australian Plate.
How many fatalities resulted from the Christchurch earthquake?
185 fatalities
This number reflects the significant human toll of the disaster.
What percentage of the water and sewerage system was damaged in Christchurch?
80%
This damage severely impacted public health and sanitation.
How many homes were demolished due to the earthquake?
10,000 homes
This indicates the scale of destruction in residential areas.
What was the estimated economic loss from the Christchurch earthquake?
> $30 billion
This figure highlights the extensive financial impact on the region.
What percentage of buildings in the Central Business District (CBD) were damaged?
60%
This damage affected the economic recovery of the city.
By what percentage did the nights stayed by international visitors fall after the earthquake?
30%
This decline in tourism contributed to the economic losses.
What was the immediate international aid amount provided after the earthquake?
$617 Million
This aid was crucial for immediate relief efforts.
Which organization was involved in the response to the earthquake?
NEMA
This is the National Emergency Management Agency of New Zealand.
What long-term construction project was initiated in response to the earthquake?
Construction of 10,000 affordable homes
This was part of the recovery strategy to address housing shortages.
By when was water and sewage restored in Christchurch after the earthquake?
08/2011
Restoration efforts were prioritized for public health.
What environmental impact was estimated in terms of soil liquefaction?
Upwelling of 200,000 tonnes of silt
Soil liquefaction can significantly alter landscapes and infrastructure stability.
True or False: The Australian police provided support after the Christchurch earthquake.
True
They flew over 10 police officers to assist in recovery efforts.
Fill in the blank: The earthquake in Christchurch was caused by the movement of the _______ plate against the Australian plate.
Pacific
This tectonic activity is responsible for the earthquake.
