DSIR Publishing, Wellington, 1988. Spine very faded, with fade marks to top and left side of front cover; minor signs of secondhand wear to cover extremities, previous owner's name in black pen at top of front endpaper.

This is the story of New Zealand's worst earthquake in the last 20 years, the Bay of Plenty (Edgecumbe) Earthquake. Endorsed by teh Ministry of Civil Defence, it describes the devastation caused to property and lives. Experts and eyewitnesses vividl convey the extraordinary and terrifying experience of being caught in a damaging earthquake.

This book ends with practical measures you and your family can take now to better prepare yourselves for when the next major earthquake strikes. It should also prove useful as a resource for those studying New Zealand natural hazards.