Me Whai Pārongo Stay Informed
Staying informed during emergencies will help you make decisions that protect you, your property, and your community. There are many ways to get information during an emergency:
Radio New Zealand National
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This website will have all the latest emergency updates and advice on preparing for, coping with, and recovering from emergencies. Warnings about possible emergencies and watches are also published on our website as alerts.
You can also stay connected by following our social media accounts:
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) supports our efforts to prepare for and respond to emergencies. For national updates, visit their website and follow their social media channels:
Emergency Mobile Alerts are sent by authorised agencies to mobile phones. These alerts are targeted to specific areas. They are only sent when there is a serious threat to life, health, or property, or for testing purposes.
To ensure you receive alerts, make sure your phone is capable and that your operating system is up to date. If your phone is on, capable, and within the targeted location, you should receive an the alert if one is issued..
When you receive get an alert, read it carefully and follow the instructions. The message will tell you what the emergency is, what actions to take, who sent it, and where to find more information.
For more details on Emergency Mobile Alerts or to check if your phone is compatible, visit Get Ready website.
Stay informed with the latest weather updates, watches and warnings to ensure you’re prepared for any weather conditions.
Severe Weather Outlooks, Watches and Warnings are issued by MetService, Te Ratonga Tirorangi, New Zealand’s National Weather Service. The information and updates are accessible through MetService website and mobile app.
You can also enable push notifications on the app for Red Severe Weather Warnings and Extreme Fire Danger risks. Additionally, you have the option to sign up for severe weather notification emails through the MetService website.
GeoNet website shows earthquakes from the last 365 days that may have caused shaking intensity of Weak or greater in Aotearoa New Zealand.
GeoNet App: The app provides details of all earthquakes located in and around New Zealand within minutes of their occurrence. You can set notifications based on your location (GPS) or choose alerts for multiple places and earthquake intensities.
Television news is another good way to stay informed about what’s going on during an emergency.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) manages the state highway network, while Auckland Transport oversees the region’s roads, footpaths, cycling routes, and public transport services.
Stay updated on road conditions during emergencies through their websites:
If you need to contact your electricity supplier during an emergency, the main suppliers in the Auckland region are:
