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Coordinated Incident Management System (CIMS) third edition

The Coordinated Incident Management System (CIMS) 3rd edition represents New Zealand’s official framework to achieve effective co-ordinated incident management across responding agencies.

Tsunami evacuation zones

Find your tsunami evacuation zone with our interactive map. Search your home, work or school address to find out if it is in a tsunami evacuation zone.

Local civil defence groups

Local authorities are responsible for civil defence emergency management (CDEM) in their area. If life or property is threatened always dial 111 for Police, Fire or Ambulance.

Consultation on changes to emergency management legislation extended

The consultation period on changes to emergency management legislation has been extended by a week.

GetReady.govt.nz

Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. You can take steps to be prepared. Find advice on how you can get prepared for an emergency.

News

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02 May 2025

NEMA urges Kiwis to GTFO

A Civil Defence campaign promoting flood safety will urge Kiwis to Get The Flood Out, following weeks of severe weather that have ravaged parts of New Zealand.

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01 May 2025

Tsunami Evacuation Director’s Guideline

The Tsunami Evacuation Director’s Guideline has been updated to promote the use of a blue tsunami evacuation zone, making evacuation easier to understand.

Resources

Search for CDEM-related publications, newsletters, links, images and information about previous emergencies.