Get Summer Ready
Supplies and Checklists
At home
If you're at home, you probably have most of the things you need already. You don’t have to have them all in one place, but you might have to find them in a hurry and/or in the dark.
Going away
If you're going away this summer, make sure you have what you need. You might not be able to get home or you might be stranded in your car for some time.
Remember to pack enough medication to see you through your holiday. Smaller summer locations may have limited stocks or take time to get them.
Stay informed
It's important to know the different ways you can stay informed during an emergency, no matter where you are. Do you know which radio frequency to tune into?
- Radio frequencies in the Waikato area
- Emergency Mobile Alert
- HDC Facebook page and HDC Website we'll post alerts and updates of emergencies that affect Hauraki on our website and Facebook page .
- Get involved in your community Know your neighbours. In an emergency, you’ll be able to help each other while civil defence and emergency services are busy helping people who need them most.
- MetService have up-to-date weather forecasts and weather warnings
- Waka Kotahi for highway conditions
Check it's alright before you light.
Summer heat brings increased fire risk. Fire and Emergency New Zealand have a three-step tool to let you know whether it’s safe to light a fire, and if you’ll need a fire permit.