Island student’s quake terror
Tuesday 22nd February 2011, 3:00PM GMT.
A collapsed building in the city (AP Photo/New Zealand Herald)
A JERSEY woman studying in earthquake-hit Christchurch has told the JEP that ‘there are bodies everywhere’ in the stricken city.
Lottie O’Brien (20), who is studying law in the New Zealand city, escaped injury but said that the earthquake was ‘absolutely terrifying’ and worse than the last one, which struck last September.
Jersey-born Miss O’Brien, who is a second year student at Canterbury University, said that there was a ‘massive jolt’ in her home and then the house ‘twisted’ as she clung onto the door.
• See today’s JEP for the full story, with pictures, and those of other Jersey people affected by the earthquake in which it is feared that 65 people have died and hundreds more have been injured.
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As an former Jersey resident who’s been living with his family in the South Island since 2003, this has proven to be a truly devastating experience not only in terms of the tragic loss of human life but, also, in relation to the effect this disaster is likely to have on the NZ people and the country’s economy as a whole. This being said (and as someone who is a regular visitor to and admirer of the quintessentially English-like city of Christchurch), the spirit of cooperation and support amongst the residents of the ‘Garden City’ has been not only remarkable but uplifting to behold. Further, the generous offers of support from countries such as the UK, the US and Japan have been warmly welcomed by New Zealanders throughout the country and have offered a genuine sense of comfort and reassurance to the people of this unique, stunningly beautiful Pacific island nation. The support of friends and family, wherever they’re located, is greatly appreciated.
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Like Gary I live in Nelson in the South Island and whilst not physically affected by the eartquake, the human and economic impact will be felt by all. I used to work for PGC and their Christchurch office was one of the buildings that has completely collapsed. I have been watching the news anxiously and watching former colleagues being pulled from rubble over the past couple of days. 14 are still missing and some will not be so lucky. I work with people from Christchurch and they have had the heart of their city ripped out by this devasting natural disaster. As Gary says though, the will and strength of oneness in New Zealand will see huge generosity and support from around the country.
We are considering giving people room in our home to escape the horrors. Also I work in radio and my son and I are trying to arrange a national dress down day with all schools in NZ and hopefully businesses too so everyone can give a little at this tough economic time.
It is very early days to know the future of the city but rest assured the genuine concern and Kiwi can do attitude will shine through over these dark days.
The support of governments and agencies from around the world is greatly appreciated and the concerns of family and friends touching around the world touching. Together as a nation we will come through stronger and pray that this is the last seismic activity that the city experiences in this lifetime.
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