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Preparing for an emergency

Te takatū mō tētahi mate whawhati

Take steps now to help lessen the effect of an emergency or disaster on you and your family. Everyone should have an emergency plan, basic first aid skills and survival items such as food, water and medication to last a minimum of three days.

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Our emergency preparedness guides and plans can help you plan for an emergency.

Earthquake

Earthquake

Learn what to do before, during and after an earthquake, to minimise injury, and keep your family safe.

Tsunami

Tsunami

All of New Zealand's coastline is at risk from tsunami. Remember during a tsunami warning, or after a strong earthquake, Long or Strong, Get Gone.

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Floods

Learn what to do before, during and after a flood.

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Major storms

Learn what to do before, during and after a major storm.

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Landslides

Learn what to do before, during and after a landslide to minimise risk to you and your family.

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Volcano

Learn what to do before, during and after a volcanic eruption.

Coastal storm inundation

Coastal storm inundation

Learn how to prepare for and what to do following coastal storm inundation in New Zealand.

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Snow storms

Learn how to prepare for and what to do during a snow storm.

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Thunderstorms

Learn how to prepare for and what to do during a thunderstorm.

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Tornado

Learn what to do when a tornado hits.

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