Next72Hours - Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Next72Hours - Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Next72Hours is a website dedicated to Survival in the modern world. We want to equip people to be confident and resourceful.

It is not hard to see that our planet is suffering more and more from big weather events and natural disasters. It is also clear to see that the majority of people are not prepared for such events. It is now commonly accepted worldwide that in the event of a major disaster, be that localized or nation wide, it may take up to 72 hours (three days) before vital services such as power, sewerage and c

lean drinking water can be restored or until suitable replacements can be found. In some places it can take much longer than this. If the event is big enough, vital services can take weeks to restore - assuming the event is a one off, and not recurrent as in the recent earthquakes in Christchurch. We cannot afford to ignore the changes around us and believe that “it will not happen to me” or “she’ll be right”. When disaster strikes, it is imperative everybody has the know how and supplies to be able to look after themselves and those around them until help arrives. More often than not the initial focus after disasters will be on rescue (such as Urban Search and Rescue teams going though collapsed buildings and Dog teams searching through debris to try to locate people). In many cases there just may not be enough resources to go around. They may be blocked off from accessing your area. Worse yet, in the case of a large scale event, the resources may be wiped out altogether. The smallest amount of preparation can make the world of difference when it comes to coping well in situations like this. We urge you to take steps NOW towards being more independent, resourceful and community minded.

03/07/2025

Rivers are rapidly rising now, so if you have any footage, put them in the comments or send them to our Group.
This one of the Huatoki Stream in town.
Photo: Chloe Saunders...

03/07/2025

UPDATED AT 3:45pm

⚠️Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued over Taranaki⚠️

Area: Stratford, New Plymouth

Torrential rain is expected in these thunderstorms.

Torrential rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.

http://bit.ly/AllWarnings

Taranaki Civil Defence Emergency Management

03/07/2025

Taranaki Stadium Carpark.
Photo: Sarah Garry Sands

03/07/2025

The state of Civil Emergency in the Nelson Tasman Region has been extended by a further seven days.

The decision to extend the emergency status has been made due to the weather forecast of further heavy rain in the next 24 to 36 hours. It will enable a rapid response from partnering agencies should it be required.

Civil Defence Emergency Controller Alec Louverdis says the New Zealand Defence Force has been deployed in the area and ready to respond when needed.

He says an Air Force NH90 helicopter is also on standby to assist if required.

Alec Louverdis says support is also being provided by two specialist NZRT2 - Nelson Tasman Emergency Response Teams and further emergency operations staff have been drafted in from around the country to assist.

Two community meetings are being organised to update people in Riwaka and Ngatimoti on Saturday.

In Riwaka the meeting will be at the Riwaka Memorial Hall from 12.00pm-2.00pm at the Riwaka Memorial Hall, and in Ngatimoti the meeting will be from 3.00pm until 5.00pm at the Ngatimoti Hall.

These meetings will provide an opportunity for Nelson Tasman Civil Defence to give an update on the current situation and for people to speak directly to Tasman District Council, government agencies and support organisations.

Meanwhile, generosity from all around the country has seen donations to the Nelson-Tasman Mayoral Relief Fund grow to close to $20,000, which will be added to the $100,000 pledged by the Government.

To make a donation, people can deposit funds into the Tasman District Council bank account:
Account number: 12-3193-0002048-00
Account name: Tasman District Council
Please use the reference “Mayoral Relief Fund”, or “MRF”

Alternatively, people can donate at a Tasman District Council office.

📸: Riwaka Sandy Bay Road

Some urgent information here ... as rain continues to fall
03/07/2025

Some urgent information here ... as rain continues to fall

| Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough remain under a state of emergency and the regions are now under new orange heavy rain warnings.

Civil Defence is warning people whose properties flooded last week to prepare for more heavy rain and to consider staying elsewhere.

Follow live updates via link in comments below ⬇

03/07/2025
02/07/2025

It’s going to get pretty rough out there today in some parts of the country, so just a reminder: stay up to date with MetService warnings at metservice.com/warnings/home and keep across your local Civil Defence group’s socials and website.

Stay safe and don’t take any chances.

If you see rising flood waters or feel unsafe in any way, don’t wait for an official warning – evacuate immediately.

And remember, flood waters are deep trouble: don’t drive or walk through flood water and don’t let your kids play in it.

More info about what to do in severe weather is here: getready.govt.nz/emergency/storms

02/07/2025

SNOW - FINAL UPDATE: 1:20PM, THU 3 JUL

SH73 has now OPEN between Otira to Arthur's Pass. Vehicle restrictions have also been lifted between Springfield and Arthur's Pass Village.

OPEN
• SH73 Otira to Arthur's Pass
• SH73 Springfield to Arthur's Pass Village
• All other state highways in the region remain open.

For updates on all state highways, check our Journey Planner website which is updated 24/7, here: journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions

For more info on weather conditions please visit metservice.com/warnings

Please follow your local council for information on the status of local roads. ^JP

02/07/2025

Today we deployed several specialist teams to the Nelson-Marlborough area ahead of the heavy rain forecast.

Our teams are:
• Two Specialist Water Rescue Teams of four people each – one to Nelson and one to Blenheim – each with a squad leader and three SWRT operators.
• A Technical Urban Search and Rescue Team of four people to Nelson, who will assist with wide area assessments and any enhanced rescue needs to support the Nelson firefighters. This team consists of a squad leader, two technical operators and a medic.
• An Operations Commander to oversee and coordinate the deployment.

We are also standing up a Regional Coordination Centre to monitor the situation from Christchurch, and will be working closely with local emergency management and other emergency responders.

In the wake of the flooding last week our thoughts are with the already affected residents. Manaakitanga, we are here to serve and support.

02/07/2025

Severe Weather Update ⛈️💨❄️

Another burst of heavy rain for the upper South Island after the recent deluge.

North Island sees risk of downpours + strong winds in the north.

Deep South lined up for more snow.

All details at https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

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