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Civil Defence in Christchurch

Christchurch City is at risk of these hazards:

Floods
Tsunamis
Earthquakes
Pandemics
Infrastructure failures

Information during an emergency

Online

In times of emergency, the Christchurch City Council will provide as much information to the community and visitors as possible through a variety of channels, including their news website newsline.ccc.govt.nz and on Facebook @ChristchurchCityCouncil.

Radio

Radio stations are a vital means of getting the word out during a disaster event and are a great way to stay in the loop. Below is a list of radio frequencies for the district.

  • National Radio – 101.7 FM or 675 AM
  • Classic Hits – 97.7 FM or 96.5 FM
  • Newstalk ZB – 1098 AM
  • More FM – 92.1 FM
  • Radio Live – 99.3 FM  or 738 AM
  • The Breeze – 94.5 FM
  • Plains FM - 96.9FM

 

Red Cross Hazards App

The Hazard App is a free application for smartphones and tablets. The app helps you learn about, prepare and respond to hazards in New Zealand. The app provides useful information about hazards including floods, earthquakes, tsunami, fire, weather, pandemics and biosecurity risks. The Hazard App enables you to receive official emergency warnings and alerts according to your location or the locations of your friends and family.

Download the New Zealand Red Cross Hazard App for free from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store: Hazard App.

redcross.org.nz

Contact Details

If life or property is at risk, dial 111 for emergency services.

Where to find local information during an alert

Contacting Christchurch City Council