Christchurch--Nature--Violent and Ruthless by Rerewhakaaitu
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We don't know how many are dead. 75 are confirmed, with 300 missing, but nobody knows. Trying to save the living counts more at the moment than counting the dead.
Of course the Australians are already here, helping to stretch our capacity. Others are on their way, from many parts of the world. We really need all the help we can get.
The Cathedral is Wrecked.
People in The Press building on the other side of the Square have been rescued. One known dead there. I mention The Press because many years ago I got my first job as a reporter for that newspaper. I worked on the same floor, probably in the same room as those people. But it's just a small vignette.
Anyway, Kiwis do cope. What else is there to do? For the first time in our history, a state of national emergency has been declared.
Comments (17)
clbsmiley
Blessings and help coming your way. Endeavor to persevere.. a motto. Your fractal looks bewildered, well done for your situation.
peedy
A very fitting image. I am glad you posted, so we know you're somewhat ok. Have been thinking of you and all the other people. I wish I could do something to help. Corrie
lyron
Our prayers are with you!!
dcclxxvii
People also shouldn't forget how many of the disasters of today have their roots in the people, human beings. How ruthless can human beings be? Just to balance things out, the antonyms for "ruthless" are often the nature of the Nature, too, contrary to human beings: kind, sparing and gentle, while human beings are not so kind, sparing and gentle towards the nature and all living things. Of course, a very sad occurrence this was indeed. I fear there is more to come, though: stopping overpopulation would help.
rayag
Awesome creation for prayer!
Lenord
NZ has been hit hard recently, when I heard of this latest I wondered about The Ring of Fire and the recent Solar Activity. It seems seismic activity is increasing drasticaly over the past couple of decades, I fear a Major shift in Continental Plates that will change the face of the entire Planet. Be safe my friend Peace
greyone
I am very glad to see your post today, The image is wonderful on its own, but it helps confirm everyone I know in NZ is still safe. Your country has had more than its share of disaster in the past year.
dochtersions
It gives extra pain to know that 'your' section is also affected. I knew that you do not live near Christchurch. Nevertheless, my thoughts and prayers are with all the people there. It's terrible. It seems to be one disaster after another. Thanks for posting this and for your message. The fractal is very special, sending hope to you my friend.
fractilius85
i saw that in the news yesterday was worried for my friend in australia. wish you best of luck and nice image
Faemike55
I'm glad that you are okay. You and your country are in our thoughts and prayers
claude19
what a very great tragedy for all your people of New Zealand !!! We are very very glad for you !!!A lot of real hard!
annie5
Glad that you're OK! My prayers are with you and family..Great design :)
Glendaw
Happy to hear you are okay. Although it will be mentally challenging for many that have to stand by and observe such a tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all others in your hard hit country. Take Care and try to stay strong.
farmerC
Your work is ingetogen.het reflects the strength of the earthquake good. we wish much sterkte you
daali
Merr, just I as wrote to Nancy, the whole world saw the devastation of this earthquake My thoughts Went To all of you New Zealand,friends of Renderosity,that I hoped at least for you, went down well You have all the understanding and Solidarity of an Italian that unfortunately, as you all, is used to this damn Natural Phenomenon. Alida
cricke49
so sorry for the devestation in your land and for the loss of so many!:( i was once asked about the movie, 'the day after tomorrow' and i fear that is what is coming towards this great world! ur fractal is superlative and if not for the disaster near you, i'm sure this would look even stronger in color! such a beautiful uf design!:)*5
npauling
A wonderful fractal to show the violence that the earth can thrust upon us. Excellent work and I hope you haven't lost anyone that you know. There have been so many near misses and miracles haven't there. It will be a long time before the city is rebuilt.