3、Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker says while the rescue and restoration efforts continue around the clock, today will also afford some sombre reflection.
4、Declaring a state of emergency, Christchurch mayor Bob Parker said: "Everybody needs to understand that this is going to be a very black day for this severely shaken city."
2、In Christchurch proper the mayor, Bob Parker, declared a state of emergency, and the airport has closed to all but relief flights.
1、Mayor Bob Parker declared a state of emergency and ordered the evacuation of the center.