Civil Defence Emergency Management

Knowing what to do in the event of a disaster can help to keep you and your family safe.

Visit the Bay of Plenty Civil Defence Emergency Managemen (CDEM) Group on ways to be warned and stay informed in the event of a natural disaster.

NOTE: If you have felt an earthquake that lasts longer than one minute, or shaking intense enough that standing up is difficult, don't wait for official warnings - seek higher ground or head farther inland now.

Emergency Updates

Keep up to date with the latest information by listening to the radio or the following websites and social media pages

You can also get useful emergency information through the following links:

Be prepared for natural disasters

It's important to be prepared ahead of time for natural disasters. The Whakatāne District is prone to several natural disasters, such as tsunami, volcanic disasters and severe weather events. In some cases, there may be time for a warning, but some natural disasters, such as earthquakes and tsunamis, can strike without warning.

That's why it's important to make a plan with your family/ whānau /flatmates/friends to get through an emergency.

Visit Get Ready to start making your plan ahead of time »

Sub-pages

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 in the Whakatāne District.

Floods are a common hazard in New Zealand. Getting ready before a flood strikes will help reduce damage to your home and business and help you survive.

Because it isn't possible to predict an earthquake, it’s important to be prepared and understand what to do before, during and after.

The Whakatāne District is prone to landslides and escarpments, which can occur without warning. It is important to understand their meaning and what to be aware of.

A severe weather event is weather that has the potential to seriously impact your property or business or your friends/family and whānau.

When an emergency occurs within our District, we are committed to providing you with timely and accurate information. This page serves as a hub for updates on both active and historical emergency events.

Assisting people with disabilities

If you, or someone you know have a disability or any special requirement that may affect their ability to cope in a disaster, develop a support plan. Think about the things you need every day and work out what you would do if you didn't have them.

Disaster Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities »

Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities - (PDF, 2.4 MB)

Information in alternate formats

Find emergency preparedness information in Easy Read, audio, braille and large print formats.

Visit Get Ready for alternate formats »