Christchurch earthquake: Residents return
Looking east from the Christchurch suburb of Redcliffs. Photo / David Fisher.
Christchurch is preparing for the return of up to 60,000 residents who fled the city in the wake of the earthquake.
So far, 163 people are confirmed dead but police believe the final toll will be 180. Police have released the names of 117 victims.
National Civil Defence controller John Hamilton said an estimated 60,000 people were expected to return in the next week or two. Today 110 schools would reopen.
Residents were advised to take a chemical toilet if offered to them, because the sewerage system might not cope with rain.
So far, 163 people are confirmed dead but police believe the final toll will be 180. Police have released the names of 117 victims.
National Civil Defence controller John Hamilton said an estimated 60,000 people were expected to return in the next week or two. Today 110 schools would reopen.
Residents were advised to take a chemical toilet if offered to them, because the sewerage system might not cope with rain.
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