Friday, 5 March 2021, 11:22 am
UPDATE 1054hrs,
05/03/2021: BEACH AND MARINE TSUNAMI THREAT HAWKE’S
BAY
People living in the red evacuation zone in
Hawke’s Bay are being advised to evacuate due to a tsunami
threat.
The National Emergency Management Agency, the
official agency for providing New Zealand tsunami advisories
and warnings has assessed the earthquake and advise there is
a Beach and Marine Threat to the Hawke s
Bay.
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management
Group Controller Ian Macdonald says wave activity was
estimated to start in the Hawke s Bay at 10:45am. It will
carry on for several hours.
“We advise to people in
Thursday, 28 January 2021, 5:50 pm
Hawke’s
Bay’s leaders say the recent COVID-19 community cases in
Auckland and Northland are a timely reminder of the
importance of using the track and trace app.
Hawke’s
Bay District Health Board chief executive, Keriana Brooking,
says it’s vital the local community take the recommended
simple actions to keep Hawke’s Bay and New Zealand
safe.
“Stay home if you’re unwell and get advice
on whether you need a test from your GP or Healthline. If
you are told to get a test, do so immediately and isolate
yourself until you receive your result.”