Because of this, Northland was one of the first regions to implement a three-zone tsunami evacuation plan, with tsunami inundation maps and models over 10 years ago. This project also complements ...

The report relies on a recently updated, interactive map from the ... should be safe from tsunami. But those who live, work ...

Off the coast of Hawke’s Bay, a giant slumbers – but could wake at any time. The Hikurangi Subduction Zone is where the Pacific plate drops westward under the Australian plate. It sits just off the ...

To plan an evacuation route, use the Tsunami Hazard Map to determine if you live or work in a hazard “yellow zone” and how far you need to travel to reach a safer “green zone.” Bear in mind that you ...

If you’re uphill or inland from the mapped hazard zones, you should be safe from tsunami. But those who live, work or recreate in a hazard zone should have an evacuation plan, especially since ...