The Government of Christchurch has declared a national state of emergency after yesterday’s 6.3 magnitude earthquake. Prime Minister John Key said a national emergency would allow the greatest possible coordination of local, national, and international resources to work on rescue and recovery efforts.

At least 75 people have been confirmed dead in the earthquake and more reports of deaths are coming. The earthquake has devastated the centre of Christchurch, destroying More >

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