Earthquake!

Saturday, 4/9/10, 4:30am. 7.1 magnitude, epicentre near Darfield.

Major fissures at eastern end of the block, by Banks Ave

Crack where the bridge meets the land

Medway St footbridge

One of the chimneys. Other one is about 2/3 collapsed

Bifold doors popped out of the frame

Floor of the dining room has moved away from the rest of the house, causing the step to come away from the floor

Window by the kitchen/breakfast area

Mum & Dad's place is pretty munted, as is their street. The joy of being on the river. My flat's OK, we're obviously in a good spot & in a nice modern building.