The Christchurch Earthquake. A Case Study
Description
The 2011 earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand was devastating for the city's residents and the surrounding landscape. This program presents an in-depth case study of the event, focusing on both the science behind it and its social impact. Using firsthand accounts from seismology experts, emergency response leaders, rebuilding and reconstruction co-coordinators, and local people, the video explains what causes earthquakes, their effects on the environment and on society, and ways a community can prepare for quakes.
Runtime
30 min
Subjects
- Christchurch Earthquake, N.Z., 2011 (2)
- Hydrology (44)
- Natural resources (402)
- Social movements (245)
- Water (318)
- Collective behavior (206)
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2013], c2013
Database
Films on Demand
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