massive aftershock earthquake in christchurch NZ..6.3

[mrspunkysmom]

Glad to hear that you and your family are okay. I'll keep you in my prayers.

[carole]

her is a map of NZ to give you all an idea where i live and how far away i am, i live in hamilton city,

Just texted my sister, they are staying another night in hamner, thank goodness, her husband is determined to go back to the motel and bring the guy some water, i can well understand wanting him to help where he can, we all have to pull together, i just have to hope and pray they will get in and out safely, they were extremely lucky to not have been in the CBD, they have to get lucky again, fingers and all paws crossed for their continued safety.

And to all the rescuers, people in christchurch,may you be safe.

[cassiesmom]

Carole, it's Tuesday afternoon in Chicago and I just came to this thread for an update. I'm glad your family is safe and I'll keep praying.

I heard on the news last night that the earth quake occurred in the middle of the day when there were lots of people in the buildings, and that over 60 people were killed and many (unknown numbers) still missing.

Samaritan's Purse already has an online donation site set up on their Web site. I know of them from church. I bet the Red Cross will, too if they don't already.

[carole]

yes you are correct, last time it was bigger but it was at night, so there were no deaths, sadly it was the middle of the day when everyone was at work ,shopping etc,it is indeed NZ's darkest day.

Yes i won't be relaxed or happy until my sister and hubby land in Auckland, i am worried that they are returning to the city, it is too scarey for me, i hope they are going to be ok.
UPDATE:
My sister and hubby got back in to the city, dropped the water off and got their stuff and left, said it was real bad, back to hamner springs, not sure on what their plans are from now on,,i do wish they would just come home..But i am so relieved, they are the lucky ones, unhurt and they can leave the city for good, not like the poor other ones left there to survive.

everytime i watch the television coverage, i just feel this emotion build up in me and burst in to tears, i can only imagine what it is like for them down there, horrendous.

55 are confirmed dead,20 unidentified bodies and 300 missing, so many trapped, too, this is a nightmare,OMG this is so bad.

we are also looking at 6 billion dollars to rebuild the city, that is going to take its toll on our already struggling economy, but for now we can only think about the people, they are all that matters right now.

[momcat]

Oh Carole, my heart breaks for everyone in New Zealand every time the news comes on. I'm a deacon in my church and plan to contact our interim pastor to organize a prayer vigil for all of you.
From your posts I can sense how upset and frightened you are. That's understandable. But please know you're not all alone. We're all here for you so don't hesitate to reach out to us. If there's anything I can do I'm only a pm away.
The positive thoughts and prayers continue

[carole]

what a wonderful idea, please know on behalf of everyone in NZ, we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts, all prayers are so appreciated, because to be honest i think everyone here , whether close by ,or far away, is scared and worried for all our fellow NZer's, yes the pics are horrifying and i still cannot quite believe this is happening to my people.

We are fortunate that we have so much help, from everywhere worldwide, and everyone is banding together to help in anyway they can, all the websites i have been on today are donating,food, money ,half their proceeds for the day, whatever they can, it is truly amazing.

My sister and hubby only have half a tank of petrol so are staying put in hamner springs, they are safe and have all amenities, so they are most fortunate,hoping more petrol to arrive from nelson tomorrow,not sure what they will do yet, but cannot get home as of yet.I think i will feel a bit more relaxed when i know they are home, in the mean time we just have to hope and pray no more big aftershocks.

One of the largest hotels looks like it is going to collaspe, this is major as the rescuers were in the building close by and have had to leave that area, as it is so dangerous, a real blow, not good news i am afraid.

[RICHARD]

Los Angeles County is sending a SAR (search and rescue) team to NZ.

This group is stationed less than one mile from my house and always feel a sense of pride when I see/hear about them going to places where they are needed...

http://www.mercurynews.com/californi...nclick_check=1