Helpful Resources

There are lots of great resources available to help us prepare for an emergency. Here are just some that we have found.

Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management

This website outlines the activities of the NZ Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

Civil Defence Otago

This is a live website from Otago Regional Council Civil Defence.
 

Get Ready Get Thru Website

This website is full of resources and information about how you can make sure you and your family are prepared for a disaster.

What’s the Plan Stan?

This fantastic website is aimed at kids, teaching them how to help their families be prepared if a disaster occurs.
 

MetService

Use this website to get detailed weather forecasts for anywhere in New Zealand.  The website also includes heaps of other information including severe weather warnings and ski field reports.

HazardWatch Website

This website provides weekly reviews of natural hazard events reported in New Zealand.