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Civil Defence

Civil Defence Emergency Management Whanganui, led by Whanganui District Council, co-ordinates a wide range of groups and agencies like Police, Fire and Emergency New Zealand and emergency services during an emergency.

Our role

Learn more about what the Civil Defense actually does

How to be prepared

Civil Defence needs people to take responsibility for their own safety in an emergency.

Family Emergency Plan

Know what to do before you have to do it

How to stay informed

During an emergency, make sure you have up-to-date information about what to do

Civil Defence Centres

It's helpful to know where your nearest emergency welfare centre is.