Parishioners unfazed by safety warnings at earthquake-prone church

Parishioners unfazed by safety warnings at eathquake-prone church

Monday, April 9th, 2018

Parishioners at a Catholic Church in Blenheim are being advised to “make their own judgment” when entering the earthquake-prone church.

The building, which was first issued with a safety notice six years ago, has a “risk of failure” in the event of a moderate to severe earthquake. Continue reading

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Tags: earthquake prone buildings, Kaikoura earthquake

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