Be under no illusions - New Zealand is a dangerous place.
We’re surrounded by volcanoes. We live our lives on top of a fault line. Our latest (minor) earthquake was 2 days ago.
We know this. Civil Defense Department knows this, and works to make the public aware of emergency preparation and survival.
The much-publicized website, “Get Thru”, contains resources and tips on preparing yourself for surviving a natural or man-made disaster.