When an emergency happens, civil defence and emergency services will be busy helping the people who need them most.
All of New Zealand’s coastline is at risk of tsunami. Knowing the warning signs and the right action to take can help save lives. Find out what to do before, during and after a tsunami.
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There are a number of different hazards in New Zealand. Find out about other hazards, and who is responsible for managing emergencies related to these hazards.
The Unite against COVID-19 website is the central place for information about a range of government services designed to support New Zealand to recover from the impacts of COVID-19.
It also has information about the measures required to combat the COVID-19 virus including an outline of New Zealand's Alert Level system.
What’s the Plan, Stan? is a resource to support schools, teachers and students to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare for emergency events.
ExploreMake a plan with your family/flatmates/friends to get through an emergency. Think about the things you need every day and work out what you would do if you didn’t have them.
Fill in the form, print it out, stick it on the fridge and make sure everyone knows the plan.
Make a planEmergency Mobile Alerts are messages about emergencies sent by authorised emergency agencies to capable mobile phones. The alerts are designed to keep people safe and are broadcast to all capable phones from targeted cell towers.
Learn moreThe What's the Plan Stan? game teaches kids what goes in their emergency kit, what hazards could harm them in an emergency situation, and what the main messages are for an emergency event.
Play the game (geoargames.com)