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Last modified: 06 Jun 2023 10:06am

A Selwyn Civil Defence branded 4wd on the edge of a pool of flooding across a road

Do you know what’s likely to happen if an earthquake hits Selwyn, or a tsunami?

Earthquakes, wildfires, storms and tsunamis are all among the top risks for emergencies in Selwyn. As we’ve seen with recent earthquakes, wildfires and storms here in Selwyn, emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere, and often without warning. It is up to you to make sure you and your family are ready and know what to do. You may need to take care of yourselves for several days, or longer.

The good news is, with a little preparation it’s easy to get ready now.

The Selwyn Emergency Management team will be sharing tips about how to be prepared, in an interactive event at Te Ara Ātea this month. The evening will include information on an Alpine Fault earthquake and the latest tsunami information for Selwyn, along with practical tips and discussions on how you can be ready for an emergency, Selwyn Emergency Management Officer Jason Flewellen says.

“There’s lots people can do to be ready and we’re here to help with that. It doesn’t have to be scary, but it’s good to get it sorted so you don’t have to worry. We’re looking forward to a fun evening, but with a really important message for everyone to hear.”

The Are You Ready evening will be held at Te Ara Ātea on Wed 28 June, 7pm.

Registration required.