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Extreme heat can be serious and life threatening.
St John has first aid advice for identifying and treating heat-related conditions.
Extreme heat can cause illness and death. But effective planning and actions can reduce its effects on health.
Find information about the effects of high heat on health and how to treat them on the Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora website.
Working in extreme heat can be dangerous.
Find more information about working safely in extreme temperatures on the WorkSafe website.
First aid saves lives. Learn what to look for and what to do if you need to give first aid on the St John website.
The Ministry for Ethnic Communities and the National Emergency Management Agency have worked together to create this series of videos, so our communities know what to do to prepare for different disasters and emergencies, and how to respond when they happen.
Watch the videos in 繁體中文 (Traditional Chinese).
The Ministry for Ethnic Communities and the National Emergency Management Agency have worked together to create this series of videos, so our communities know what to do to prepare for different disasters and emergencies, and how to respond when they happen.
Watch the videos in Português (Portuguese).
If you or someone at home relies on electricity to prevent serious harm to health, let you power company know. They must help you get registered as a medically dependent consumer.
Learn how you can prepare for power cuts if you rely on electricity for medical reasons on the Electricity Authority's website.
If you use a portable generator, it’s important it’s used properly to keep yourself, your whānau, workers, and others safe.
WorkSafe have advice on using portable generators after an emergency.
Find information about disability assist dogs on the Department of Internal Affairs website.
Fuel supply disruptions in New Zealand are coordinated by the Fuel Sector Coordinating Entity, using the response activities in the National Fuel Plan. Learn more about how New Zealand responds to fuel supply disruptions on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's website.
Find advice on working safely when digging or moving silt.
Emergencies can affect how you manage your tax. There are ways Inland Revenue can help. Find out what support Inland Revenue can offer.
During and after emergencies, employers and employees need to consider issues like health and safety, emotional wellbeing and payment options. Find out about what to consider during and after an emergency.