New Zealand Declares Quake a National Emergency, with 75 Dead and 300 Unaccounted For

Update: ATTA Member Heritage Expeditions from New Zealand has provided an update since the quake.

New Zealand declares national quake emergency – Reuters – February 22, 2011

New Zealand confirmed death toll 55 -ChCh Mayor – Reuters – February 22, 2011

Scores Killed in New Zealand Earthquake – New York Times – February 22, 2011