Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Solomons earthquake – no Auckland evacuations required
For immediate release
9 December
2016
7.45am
#1
Solomon
Islands earthquake – no Auckland evacuations
required
Auckland Civil Defence and
Emergency Management is monitoring the effect of a 7.7
magnitude earthquake which struck south east of the Solomon
Islands this morning.
Currently no evacuation is required
for the Auckland region.
A marine and beach threat has
been issued, and the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency
Management has advised:
1. Stay out of the water (sea,
rivers and estuaries, including boating activities)
2.
Stay off beaches and shore areas
3. Do not go
sightseeing
4. Share this information with family,
neighbours and friends
5. Listen to the radio and/or TV
for updates
6. Follow instructions of local civil defence
authorities.
ENDS
Gordon Campbell: On The Risks Of AI In The Workplace
Tauranga City Council: Mauao Restoration Work Has Begun
Horizon Research: New Poll Finds High Concern About Fuel Situation
Tiaki Wai: Over 1,150 People Give Feedback On Tiaki Wai Water Services Strategy
Greenpeace Aotearoa: Israeli Forces Illegally Attack Peaceful Humanitarian Flotilla
Zero Waste Network: Container Return Scheme Bill Could Save Councils $50m A Year And Put Money Back In Households
Office of the Privacy Commissioner: Privacy Commissioner Does Not Support Policing Amendment Bill
