Taranaki is among many areas in New Zealand for which a ‘marine and beach’ tsunami threat has been declared following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake near Hanmer Springs.
Areas under ‘marine and beach threat’ can expect unusually strong currents and unpredictable water flows near the shore. This means a threat to beach, harbour, estuary and small boat activities. The severity of currents and changing water flows will vary within a particular coastal area and over the period this warning is in effect.
People in Tarnaki coastal areas should:
- Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, including boating activities)
- Stay off beaches and shore areas
- Do not go sightseeing
- Share this information with family, neighbours and friends
- Listen to the radio and/or TV for updates
- Follow instructions of local civil defence authorities
This warning will remain in effect until a cancellation message is issued by the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management.
Only messages issued by MCDEM represent the official warning status for New Zealand. We note the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre (PTWC) has issued a Tsunami Information Statement for this event. PTWC messages do not represent the official warning status for New Zealand.
Authorised by
Shane Briggs, Duty Officer, Taranaki Civil Defence Emergency Management.
Ph 0800 900 049