Civil Defence | Emergency Management

All New Zealanders should be prepared to manage as a household, or within their community, for the first three days after a disaster. It can take that long for help to arrive, so being prepared is essential.

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is a member of the Wellington Region Emergency Management Group.

We understand there's a lot of concern in our community about COVID-19, and it's important to ensure you stay well informed and support those in our community who are unwell or are taking responsible steps to protect themselves and others.

In an emergency

You and your whānau need to know how to immediately respond to what's going on, and over the coming hours and days. Find out more here.

Your immediate resources in an emergency are your community and the preparations you’ve made before the event. We’ve outlined information that could be vital to your family and community thriving through an emergency event. Read it over, and get your plan together!

Kāpiti's natural hazards

Natural hazards are the threat of naturally occurring events that may have a negative effect on people or the environment. They include earthquakes and extreme weather events such as storms, floods, and landslides.