“Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the victims, including that of Victoria’s own Ms Renu Fotedar.” “Victorians always stand by those who are in need and this donation will provide for urgent relief for the people of Nepal.” 96 per cent of the claims are from Victoria and most for home building claims. However, there have been larger earthquakes in Australia as a whole in 2016, the. Nearly 2000 insurance claims have been filed following 5.9 magnitude quake. An earthquake, similar to one which occurred on April 7, was felt in the Western district from Warrnambool and Port Fairy to. Quotes attributable to Premier of Victoria, Daniel Andrews This morning’s earthquake was the largest onshore quake ever recorded in Victoria, at a magnitude of 5.8.
If you are unable to contact them and still hold concerns for their welfare, you should call the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s 24 hour Consular Emergency Centre on 02 6261 3305 or, within Australia, on 1300 555 135. The Victorian Labor Government’s $500,000 donation will go to the Nepal Region Earthquake Appeal established by the Australian Red Cross.Īnyone with concerns for the welfare of family and friends in the region should first attempt to directly contact them. Example of some of early news coverage from ABC News24 Australia of magnitude 5.3 earthquake that affected South Eastern Australia including Victoria and Mel. Mr Andrews said the assistance is being provided in recognition of the severe destruction caused by the earthquake and the urgent need for additional recovery resources. Around 8 million people are affected by the disaster, with thousands injured. Brown and Gibson (2004) and the current hazard map of Victoria (in AS1170.4 - 2007) suggest that the state has moderate levels of seismicity and earthquake hazard, sufficient for earthquake loading, like wind loading, to be taken into account in normal structural design. Reports indicate the earthquake has killed more than 4,000 people with this figure likely to rise. Premier Daniel Andrews today announced a donation of $500,000 to relief efforts following the devastating earthquake that hit Nepal.
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