Disaster risk management

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Red Cross is committed to assisting all people in Aotearoa before, during and after disasters.

Looking after yourself

Tips for taking care of yourself and advice on how to help others when there’s a disaster.

Help respond to disasters

We respond to disasters all around Aotearoa and internationally- join us to support others affected by disasters.

Resources for disaster management

Red Cross has a host of useful emergency management resources that can help.

Recent stories

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9 December 2020

Whakaari/White Island: One year on

Like the rest of the world, Nicky van Praagh found out about the Whakaari/White Island eruption while watching the news. A few days later, she would be a part of New Zealand Red Cross response to the unprecedented emergency. A year on, she reflects on her experience.

Kere - Napier flood response - with DWST

7 December 2020

Napier flood: Looking out for each other

Kere and her children had just moved into their house when the wild weather hit Napier in November 2020. Situated at the top of Bluff Hill, they were relatively safe from the threats of flooding – but this did not leave them any less vulnerable to the heavy downpour’s impact. Fortunately, they were surrounded by good and ready neighbours.

23 November 2020

Napier flood: Finding a warm, dry and safe place

The flooding inside their home was a dreadful experience for Leeanne and her family. During such a distressing time, she finds comfort in the fact that there are people around them who care, including New Zealand Red Cross.

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