Community in Mt Cook, Wellington
Getting ready for a disaster at some unknown time in the future takes a bit of focus. After a big earthquake, water pipes will break, and electricity, internet and mobile phone networks could be down. Whānau and neighbours will pull together.
Mt Cook Connect is collecting tips to help make it easier to get prepared. We want your tips, so please share them with your community!
In a sizeable earthquake, fire is one of the main causes of damage.
Here are some more useful tips to help you stay at the ready for when a disaster hits.
Get ready for when there is no water in the tap.
Knowing where to borrow tools in an emergency is the pinnacle of community preparedness.
WREMO and other official websites have a lot of information. Cut to the chase with these checklists.
Your emergency toilet will become very important very quickly.