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Car swallowed by liquefaction

During liquefaction following the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February 2011, the ground opened up under this moving car in Phillipstown. The driver got out, but the car stayed stuck.

Rights: Geoff Trotter

Published: 21 July 2007Size: 60.63 KB

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