New Zealand and Nelson face many potential disasters. In cases such as weather-related or volcanic disaster, there may be time for a warning. But an earthquake or a tsunami close to land could strike without warning. All disasters have the potential to cause disruption, damage property and take lives. So, it's vital to be prepared. How ready are you? Be prepared to cope on your own for up to three days, or more. This is when you will be most vulnerable. You should:
Read more about "Getting Prepared"...During an emergency we need to ensure we have the right facilities available. Normal household appliances such as fridges and ovens may break down, our food could spoil faster and our water supply could become contaminated. To avoid this happening follow the steps below:
Read more about "Food safety"...By Roger Ball and Glenn Stevens*
Read more about "Tsunami sources for the Nelson Tasman region"...
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Read more about "Welfare assistance "...You can use the form below to inform us if you are going away and are unable to man your tsunami sign.
Read more about "Temporary tsunami sign form"...Our key partners are the members of the Coordinating Executive Group (CEG). The CEG is made up of agencies that have a leading role in delivering civil defence emergency management in our region. This reflects the fact that, as required by legislation, civil defence is a multi-agency responsibility.
Read more about "Partners"...In an emergency dial 111
Read more about "Contacts"...In most emergencies you should be able to stay at home or at work. In this situation, you may have to rely on your Emergency Survival Kit. This kit should include:
Read more about "Emergency kit"...Please click on a link below to see our past email newsletters:
Read more about "Quarterly email newsletters"...Last updated: 21/08/2014 11:22am
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