Failure of an essential utility such as electricity or a small community water supply has been identified as a significant risk for Taranaki.
This may come about as a direct result of the system failing or as a secondary consequence of another hazard such as an earthquake or volcanic eruption.
You should be prepared to be without a water supply or power for at least three days during an emergency.
- Do you know how to store an emergency water supply?
- Do you know how to treat water to make it safe to drink?
- Do you know how to dispose of water?
- Do you have a portable gas cooker or barbecue?
Cleanliness becomes an important issue during water shortages. Be sure to have enough water for hand washing!