Staying up to date in an emergency
Information changes quickly in storms and weather events. Here are some ways to stay up to date with developments and some links to help you be prepared.
Information changes quickly in storms and weather events. Below are some ways to stay up to date with developments and some links to help you be prepared. While Te Tauihu examples are given in most cases, other rohe will have similar agencies.
About emergency events
Usually, your local council will handle the immediate response until it reaches a point where it is considered extra resource is required, or essential services are under threat. Then a State of Emergency is declared by the mayor, and Civil Defence (which can include councils, iwi and other agencies) takes over the response. Declarations usually last for seven days, and can be renewed.
Once the State of Emergency is over, authorities may issue a transition to recovery notice, or move into the recovery phase. The lead agency for recovery is usually the local council, and response can last weeks, months and sometimes years.
Ways to stay up-to-date
Information changes quickly in storms and weather events. Staying up to date is crucial.
Weather updates
Always view the latest forecast on https://metservice.com
Civil Defence websites
Some councils take a group approach to civil defence, like Nelson Tasman. Others run their own, like Marlborough. In Te Tauihu visit
Find your local Civil Defence Group
Radio
Radio New Zealand frequencies around the country
A large number of smaller broadcasters operate in Nelson Tasman.
Details are on the bottom of this Civil Defence page.
Antenno app
All Te Tauihu councils use Antenno, and many other councils around the country do too. This phone app provides notices, updates and public health warnings from your local council, and is also used during an emergency.
Download Antenno from the App store or google Play.
Te Tauihu facebook pages
Councils and other agencies
- Marlborough District Council
- Nelson City Council
- Tasman District Council
- Nelson Tasman Civil Defence
- Nelson Marlborough Fire and Emergency
- Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast Police
- Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough
Te Tauihu Road closures
Power outages
Visit your local lines company website. Some also have their own apps.
Internet and mobile outages
Visit your provider website.
Insurance matters
Insurance - get photos of damage and contact your insurance company
Food Safety
Natural disasters and adverse events (like floods, storms, power cuts, and earthquakes) can affect your access to clean water and electricity. Find out how to protect yourself from foodborne illness during and after these events.
Find out more on the Manatū Ahu Mātua (MPI) website.
