Map shows where to get help in Christchurch

A screengrab of the Googlemap.

An open source online map has been set up to help Cantabrians find help nearest to them.

The map was set up by Dave Knight and features everything from water supplies to port-a-loos and road closures.

Mr Knight has appealed to the people of Canterbury to add information to the map. So far the map has had over 6000 views.

One user called Susan posted the message: "The more people who can participate and collaborate, the better the flow of information back to ultimately Civil Defence. And all within a web browser editing environment, awesome."

Another user called Jo praised the initiative and said it was still hard to get information on the ground.

"It would be great for as many Canterbury citizens to update what information they have, photos, status reports etc. so authorities can get another picture of what's really happening.

"The effects of this disaster might be around for a while and affected people will need whatever support they can get."

View Christchurch & Canterbury Earthquake Map - What's open? in a larger map

- NZHERALD STAFF