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February 23, 2021

10 years after N.Z. quake, one survivor shares how she changed building codes

  • Ann Brower pushed to get speedier repairs on older buildings with unsafe facades.
  • By NICK PERRY
    Associated Press

    CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — One woman channeled her anger to ensure buildings are safer. Others have found peace after heartbreaking losses. Ten years after an earthquake killed 185 people and devastated Christchurch, New Zealand, some of those profoundly affected are sharing their journeys.

    CHANGING THE CODE


     
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