NZ declares state of emergency after quake
A state of emergency has been declared in Christchurch, New Zealand, after a large 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked the country's second largest city this morning.
The quake was felt throughout much of the South Island and southern parts of the North Island, and has caused widespread damage, including the collapse of some buildings.
It has also knocked out power and disrupted water and sewerage services.
Many people with injuries have sought treatment but hospitals say no-one has been killed.
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