Nelson Tasman Civil Defence
Heavy rain warning issued
31/03/2019 12:32pm

Emergency Mobile Alert

A new nationwide emergency alert channel has recently been implemented. Learn more about what they are, and how to get them.

Are you Ready?

There are currently no incidents in the
Nelson Tasman Region, so now is a great time to get ready!

When an earthquake happens

Drop, Cover and Hold is the right action to take in an earthquake.

Red Cross Hazard App

Identify hazards, reduce risk and stay informed when you need it most.

Be ready for all kinds of hazards

Nelson Tasman Civil Defence and Emergency Management

Civil Defence is about the resilience of our communities. We assist families and businesses to be ready when disaster strikes. We make plans, so we are ready to respond to emergencies, lead the response to emergency events, and coordinate recovery afterwards. Learn more about us.

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Get Ready at Home

  • Create a Household Emergency plan
  • Assemble & maintain emergency items
  • Get Connected

Get Ready @ Home

Get Ready at Work

  • Step 1: Prepare a workplace emergency plan for your business
  • Step 2: Get your staff ready
  • Step 3 : Get your business through

Get Ready @ Work

Get Ready at School

  • Step 1: Create an emergency management plan for your school
  • Step 2: Prepare students on what to do in an emergency
  • Step 3: Getting through and getting back on track

Get Ready @ School

Get Ready in the Community

  • Get to know your neighbours and community
  • Create a community-driven response plan
  • Become a emergency management volunteer

Get Ready @ Community