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The 4 September earthquake was caused by movement along the Greendale fault (a break in the rocks below the earth's surface) near to Christchurch. It happened when the forces within the earth became greater than the friction holding rocks together. As the rocks moved the vibrations caused the ground to shake. The fault had been hidden below the gravels of the Canterbury Plains.
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How many buildins collapsed in the christchurch earthquake?
There are excellent articles on both the Canterbury earthquake and the Christchurch earthquake in wikipedia.
Where did christchurch earthquake happened in 2011?
The epicenter of the earthquake was near Lyttleton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur .?
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur
When is the next England earthquake?
It is impossible to predict when an earthquake will occur.
What will occur after a strong earthquake?
Tremors
Who is the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery for New Zealand?
Gerry Brownlee is the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery for New Zealand.
How many buildins collapsed in the christchurch earthquake?
There are excellent articles on both the Canterbury earthquake and the Christchurch earthquake in wikipedia.
How many people died in the Canterbury earthquake?
185
Where did christchurch earthquake happened in 2011?
The epicenter of the earthquake was near Lyttleton, Canterbury, New Zealand.
Can an earthquake occur in the ocean?
Yes. An earthquake may occur in the ocean.
What can occur hours or days after an earthquake?
Aftershocks can occur hours or days after an earthquake.
When would a tsunamic occur?
A tsunami is an ocean wave that is caused by an earthquake. It would occur after an earthquake.
When did the earthquake occur exactly in Japan?
on 11th march 2011 at 9.am earthquake occur exactly in japan
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur .?
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur
Why did the Christchurch earthquake cause more damage than the Canterbury earthquake?
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When is the next England earthquake?
It is impossible to predict when an earthquake will occur.
How long after an earthquake does nausea occur?
There is no requirement for nausea to occur due to an earthquake or any other natural phenomenon.
