What was the long-term response to the Christchurch earthquake?

The long-term responses included: the construction of around 10,000 affordable homes. water and sewage were restored by August 2011. the New Zealand government provided temporary housing.

What happened after the Christchurch earthquake 2011?

The earthquakes interrupted power and water supplies, three unoccupied buildings collapsed and there was again liquefaction in eastern suburbs and rockfalls in hill areas. One person died after tripping on uneven ground caused by the earthquake.

What did the Red Cross do in Christchurch earthquake?

Volunteers provided first aid and distributed blankets and water to evacuees in welfare centres. New Zealand Red Cross’ response involved more than 160 staff and volunteers from across the country. Local Red Cross branches responded by setting up welfare centres in and outside of Christchurch.

What are the long-term responses to an earthquake?

Long-term – responses that go on for months and years after a disaster. They involve rebuilding destroyed infrastructure, eg roads, houses, power and water supplies, schools and hospitals. They also involve ‘kick-starting’ the local economy.

How many people were made homeless in the New Zealand earthquake?

10 000 people
A magnitude 6.3 Christchurch, earthquake struck South Island, New Zealand, at 12:51 local time on 22 February 2011 (23:51 UTC on 21 February 2011). Official figures reveal that there were 181 confirmed fatalities, over 7000 injuries and over 10 000 people were made homeless.

How do people and communities respond to earthquakes?

Short-term responses mainly involve search and rescue and helping the injured with medical aid, then providing emergency shelter, food and water. Long-term – responses that go on for months and years after a disaster.

What are the effects and responses to earthquakes?

Short-term responses mainly involve search and rescue and helping the injured. Long-term – responses that go on for months and years after a disaster. It involves rebuilding destroyed houses, schools, hospitals, etc. It also involves kick-starting the local economy.

What type of plate boundary caused the Christchurch Earthquake 2011?

It was caused by right-lateral movement along a previously unknown regional strike-slip fault in the western section of the Canterbury Plains.