Whitianga Community Response Plan

If you live in Whitianga, you need to understand what to do in an emergency and where to go in your town. 

Download resources

Download the following resources to help you understand the risks to your patch and the best ways you can protect yourself and your property during an emergency. 

There are so many resources available to you on our website to help you in the case of an emergency. Explore our Hazards page to find resources for different types of emergencies. 

Get prepared

Are you prepared for an emergency? 

Being prepared for the worst and knowing what to do in emergency situations could save your life and protect your property. 

Here's a quick checklist of the basics

  • Do I have an emergency plan for the hazards in my area?
  • Do I have 3 days of emergency supplies (including medicine)?
  • Do you have an accessible Go Bag packed?
  • Do I need assistance, and if so, who can I ask to help me? 

 

 

Stay informed

Staying informed is an important part of protect yourself and your property during an emergency. 

Here's some common ways to stay up-to-date on possible or unfolding emergencies

  • Get text and e-mail alerts from National Emergency Management Agency.
  • Follow unfolding events on our Council Facebook page.
  • Download Red Cross Hazard App and GeoNet Geological Hazard App from the App Store.
  • Listen to your local radio stations: CFM 95.1FM, The Breeze 96.7FM, More FM 90.9FM, Radio NZ 756AM and Newstalk ZB 1008AM
  • Check your community notice board at the Info Centre