Many chimneys fell from homes during Christchurch's 7.1 and 6.3 magnitude quakes.
Falling gable of the Anglican Community of the Sacred Name building left a gaping hole in the roof in the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that hit Christchurch on 4 September 2010. The chimney would have toppled as well had it not been braced.
This house along Bealey Ave lost its chimney stack in the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Christchurch on Saturday 4 September 2010.
Okains Bay Banks Peninsula New Zealand
Another home struck off Santa's Christmas delivery list; aftermath of a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Christchurch on 4 September 2010.
The brick fence of this hostel along Bealey Ave collapsed in the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Christchurch on Saturday 4 September 2010.
There will be some very upset kids this Christmas, as Santa will not be able to deliver their presents; aftermath of the magnitude 7,1 earthquake that struck Christchurch on 4 September 2010.