Rescue v recovery

Christchurch has now moved from 'rescue' to 'recovery'. This is sad as although the teams will move carefully , their prime activity has moved to recovery of bodies. I am surprised but very proud of the way the whole country, not just Canterbury, have risen to the occasion. Yesterday people all over the country were wearing red & black- the Canterbury colours , raising money and sending goods that were needed. So far 163 deaths have been confirmed but will no doubt rise as bodies are recovered from the rubble. There's still a long way to go!