Christchurch earthquake: Recovery hampered by weather

Christchurch : New Zealand | Mar 02, 2011 at 4:35 PM PST

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New Zealand declares first National State of Emergency

High winds and dust storms are interfering with the recovery work as the search for the bodies of those killed by the devastating earthquake in Christchurch continues.

The death toll now stands at 160, but Mr Cliff stated that it could climb up to 240.

Rebuilding costs are now put at billions of dollars.

Residents have been using face masks as strong winds had whipped up the silt and debris coating the streets of the city.

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