Still Alive

So, we had another big earthquake here. Our flat has had minor damage - the chimney that survived the last one is down, and we have a little silt liquefaction in the garden, but otherwise we're good. No electricity yet, but then 80% of the city lost power. Currently visiting a friend to borrow power and internet. But all is well.

Some normal services resuming.

We arrived back home to find that power and phone service has been restored. Water may take a while longer, since there are areas with far more serious problems in that regard to be seen to first. Still, with power comes the ability to cook, and keep our perishable foods in the fridge and freezer, and boil water. The necessities of life catered for, even if not some of the conveniences.

It's raining now, which is going to make things trickier for the rescue efforts in town, and put pressure on city drainage and liquefaction-struck areas. On the other hand, it also gives us the opportunity to take buckets outside and gather a bit of relatively fresh water to augment our emergency supplies and random household beverages. A mixed blessing, but one where I'm happy to look at the bright side of for now, and see what the morning brings.