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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #216 on: Thursday 03 March 11 19:17 GMT (UK) »
Hello all and especially TwiggyTree for the latest newspaper account.  I have been following this thread very closely and praying for all of the affected people.  It will be a loooong road to recovery but I know that all of the Kiwis who survived this tragedy will come out stronger.  And, PLEASE, everyone, be careful and re-stock your earthquake preparedness kits as soon as you can.  This thread, as others have said, is the BEST account of what is really happening.  Please continue to let us know what is happening; our national news has precious little information at this point.   Pat
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ERRINGTON: West Denton, NBL; 
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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #217 on: Thursday 03 March 11 19:34 GMT (UK) »
I know of a number of ex-pat Kiwi's wanting to come home and help. 

Suburbs had to wait until the city was taken care of, people were trapped in buildings under rubble and on fire, I think they had the right to be seen first. 
Those in the suburbs who are walking and talking can make do until the injured are taken care of, even if it meant having no water or power, they are alive, can pitch together and get things sorted. 
Sorry to sound so hard nosed about it, but it is something you learn in first aid, if you come across a car accident you do not go to the person walking around, you go to the person who is still or in shock first.

Sorry to hear Wellington had another shake, when you get 24 in one day, that is nerve racking.  Have a kit ready with a tent, blankets, water, food, torch, gas BBQ and a bucket for a make shift toilet. 

We have had a offer to go to Victoria any time we want too.  School should be back next week for my children, so will have to think about where or if we go away.

Mental health is going to be a big concern.  My friend who is a nurse, said there has already been a big jump in cases.  That is why it is good to write or talk about your feelings to anyone.

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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #218 on: Thursday 03 March 11 19:59 GMT (UK) »

Are there any Wellingtonians who live in the Lower Hutt area ??? I have a friend who lives in Belmont and am wondering if she is ok. I would try ringing her, but with the 13 hour time difference and me not knowing her work hours, it makes it a bit difficult!


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Yep  - send me a PM with her name and phone number and I'll get on to it for you.  9am here now, so probably you won't wake anybody up!
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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #219 on: Thursday 03 March 11 21:14 GMT (UK) »
Blimy Jeanne, thats a decent shake! They seem awful in the dead of night when everything is quiet. Stay safe up there and think about getting a survival kit... (pop some ciggies in it!):)
Thanks Leandra, Yep, I have my survival kit.  And ciggies and a lighter part of it!! An essential, like the plastic rubbish bags in a big old fashioned nappy bucket with a lid!   All I need now are the comics and a crossword book and biro and I'll be set!!  ;D

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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #220 on: Thursday 03 March 11 22:16 GMT (UK) »
Every Morning this thread is my News Paper now
I sit here and read what you all added during the night
I even read it to my husband
But this morning we both read it together
Thank you all for letting us know the real story

In our local paper this morning a young UK girl had her story in and how she is left with just her purse credit card and pass port
She's not coming home she is now staying to help

Newcastle Falcons have a few New Zealand players in the team and have set up a site for Donations to help send over to their home land
They were talking on the radio this afternoon
and they are pleased to hear their families and friends are OK

Suzy keep on talking it does help i know

Jeanne its 20 years on the 6th March a no smoking day here since I last had a cigarette .Mind you I was one who loved a cigarette with a cup of coffee not anymore
But if I had been out with you ones I most likely would have started again
Enjoy them while  you can

Take Care all
Bless you for being so brave
Elizabeth
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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #221 on: Thursday 03 March 11 22:30 GMT (UK) »
 :) Tephra. have sent you another PM.  Rang Karori again re your Aunt - checked in again after this mornings quake.  She's fine- no probs!
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FLEMING,   Ireland
DUNNELL,  England
PAULSON,  England
DOUGLAS, Scotland, Ireland, NZ
WALKER,   Scotland
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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #222 on: Friday 04 March 11 00:07 GMT (UK) »
A message to CD
 IF such a tragety should occur again anywhere........Perhaps they should arrange for someone to go to the areas (without power etc. ) with a megaphone and get information out that way.
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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #223 on: Friday 04 March 11 00:29 GMT (UK) »
Hi folk, I arrive in Hamilton safely last night. had a good sleep but woke up with cramp in my left leg. Went aqua jogging this morning and I felt so much better for it.

I feel sorry for those in Welly at moment but glad they all safe etc.

a wet afternoon here so good to do a bit of research etc.

Catch you later

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Re: ChCh Quake Again 2
« Reply #224 on: Friday 04 March 11 00:32 GMT (UK) »
Enjoy your stay away
nice to see you ine hear

Take care

Elizabeth
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