The Management Groups website’s threat status has been updated.
Current Status: Yellow (Potential threat to NZ)
National Advisory – Volcanic Activity
Potential threat to NZ
Summary:Volcanic activity is occurring at Mt Tongariro and could pose a threat to the following areas/regions:
- Waikato
- Hawkes Bay
- Gisborne
- Manawatu-Wanganui
- Bay of Plenty
- Taranaki
People living in or near the affected areas should:
- Stay indoors (if you are in the vicinity of the ash cloud): volcanic ash is a health hazard, especially if you suffer from breathing difficulty. If outside, seek shelter (e.g. in a car or building)
- When indoors, close all windows and doors to limit the entry of volcanic ash.
- If caught in volcanic ash falls: Wear a dust mask or use a handkerchief or cloth over your nose and mouth; protect your eyes by wearing goggles. Wear eyeglasses, NOT contact lenses as fine ash will get under the lens.
- Listen to the radio for updated emergency information and instructions. Follow any evacuation orders issued by authorities. Refer to the back page of the Yellow Pages for evacuation advice.
- Do not tie up phone lines with non-emergency calls.
- Stay out of designated restricted zones. Effects of a volcanic eruption can be experienced many miles from a volcano.
- Detailed safety advice will come from local authorities and emergency services in the area. People should act on it promptly.
This National Advisory -Volcanic Activity will remain in effect until a cancellation message is issued by the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management.
- Click Hereto visit the threat status page
