Earthquake hits New Zealand

The World

New Zealand's second biggest city, Christchurch, has suffered its second earthquake in the past five months. At least 32 people were killed and dozens are thought to be trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Peter Mitchell of the National Civil Defence Centre, who's coordinating the regional and local response to the crisis. 

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