The Christchurch Earthquake: A Case Study
- Grade Level: Senior High (10-12)-Adult
- Subjects: Environment, Earth Science
- Produced By: VEA Group Pty Ltd
- Year: 2013
- Country: Australia
- Language: English
- Running Time: 29m
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The destructive and unexpected nature of earthquakes has remained a constant threat since civilization began. Suitable for all secondary audiences, this two-part program firstly examines the scientific aspects of an earthquake, focusing on the earth's structure and the changes which take place both before and after a seismic event. The second part is an in-depth case study of the February 2011 earthquake in Christchurch. A devastating event for the city's residents and surrounding landscape, viewers hear firsthand accounts from seismology experts, emergency response leaders, rebuilding and reconstruction co-coordinators, and locals.