emergency, this page will be updated as often as possible to give information on our response to and recovery from a Civil Defence emergency.Due to its location and environment, New Zealand faces many potential disasters. In some cases, such as a weather related or volcanic disaster, there may be time for a warning.
But an earthquake or a tsunami close to land could strike without warning.
All disasters have the potential to cause disruption, damage property and take lives. So it’s vital that you prepare now.
Click here to go to the West Coast Civil Defence Emergency Management Group website
| Station Name | Westport | Karamea | Reefton | Inangahua |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoastFM | 96.5FM | 99.3FM | 90.3FM | 96.5FM |
| The Hits | 90.9FM | 97.5FM | 90.9FM | |
| LiveSPORT | 93.3FM | 93.3FM | ||
| Newstalk ZB | 1287AM | 1287AM | 1287AM | |
| Radio Live | 90.1FM | 90.1FM | ||
| Radio NZ Concert | 98.9FM | 98.9FM | ||
| Radio NZ National | 1458AM | 1458AM | 1458AM | |
| Rhema | 94.9FM | |||
| The Sound | 92.5FM |
The campaign is
tagged Never Happens? Happens, and reinforces the message that anyone, anywhere, anytime can be affected by an emergency, so being prepared should be part of everyday life.
To make preparedness relevant for all Kiwis, the campaign focuses on the personal and household impacts of emergencies, such as having no power, water, phone or wifi, being stuck at home or unable to get home, or having to evacuate.
If a disaster happened now, would you be ready? Due to its location and environment, New Zealand faces many potential disasters. In some cases, such as a weather related or volcanic disaster, there may be time for a warning. But an earthquake or a tsunami close to land could strike without warning. All disasters have the potential to cause disruption, damage to property and take lives. So it’s vital that you prepare now. Visit the Get Ready – Get Thru website to find out what to do to keep you and your family safe in the event of a disaster.
For more information or assistance in how to prepare for an emergency, contact Buller District Council’s Emergency Management Officer in a Civil Defence Emergency or in normal circumstances at Buller District Council on 03 744 7338. Alternatively, you can visit the West Coast Civil Defence Emergency Management Group website.
In the event of a declared civil defence emergency, where IT technology services remain available, the Council website will provide information and updates for residents.
