Originally Posted by KiwiQuilter

17 people have been confirmed dead.

Please pray for those that are trapped, and for the rescuers.

International assistance has been offered by Australia. From what I understand the offer has been accepted.

Specially trained dogs are on their way to search for survivors and for the deceased.

My family in Christchurch are all okay. Shaken but alive.

Very very tragic situation. There is so much devastation.