Welcome to the West Coast Civil Defence Emergency Website
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In New Zealand emergencies can happen anywhere, any time, and without warning. When they do, Civil Defence and emergency services will be busy helping the people who need them most.
If you're at home, you probably have most of the things you need already. You donβt have to have them all in one place, but you might have to find them in a hurry and/or in the dark.
Don't forget that you and your neighbours can help each other by sharing supplies too!
Work out what supplies you need and get winter ready at getready.govt.nz/winter
In an earthquake everyone has different abilities - how should you drop, cover and hold if you use a mobility aid like a cane or walking stick?
Sit. Cover. Hold.
Drop by getting as low as you can or Sit on a chair, bed or similar.
Cover your head and neck with both hands. If you use a cane, keep it near you so you can use it when the shaking stops.
Hold on until the shaking stops.
See other ways to Drop, Cover and Hold at getready.govt.nz/drop-cover-hold
Find regional traffic information to help you plan your journey. See current travel times, traffic updates, information on incidents and roadworks, and traffic cameras in your region.
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.
Stay safe and prepared!
Make sure to:
Clean your spouting, gutters, and drains.
Provide a safe place for your outdoor pets.
Secure any outdoor items that could become a risk to people, animals, or property.
Avoid driving if you can or drive cautiously rivers
The Emergency Operations Centre we will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated as needed.