Several homes in Northwood, near the site of a gas explosion which completely destroyed a house, are likely uninhabitable. Photo: Logan Church/RNZAt least five Northwood homes are uninhabitable after being severely damaged in a gas explosion in the Christchurch suburb. The explosion on Friday left six people injured, obliterated one home and damaged 20 others including five that were severely damaged by fire. The burning remains of the Marble Court house. Photo: James LooyerHe said a cordon at Marble Court would stay in effect, while investigators picked through the rubble.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 21, 2019 20:37 UTC