Revised Tsunami Evacuation Zones February 2025
New tsunami inundation modelling February 2025, for Hurunui and Kaikōura coasts shows the potential for larger tsunamis along the Kaikōura coast (particularly north of Hapuku) than previously thought.
The new Tsunami Evacuation Zone maps and other detailed information can be viewed by visiting https://www.cdemcanterbury.govt.nz/hazards/tsunamis
Check your address and 'Know your Zone'
How does this impact my LIM?
Tsunami evacuation zones are mentioned in LIMs because it is important for people to be aware of the zones and what they mean. Tsunami evacuation zones are not relevant for land use planning; the return periods of the tsunami scenarios the zones are based on is much longer than that typically used for land use planning.
These zones indicate areas that people should evacuate as a precaution if they feel a long or strong earthquake or if they receive an official tsunami warning.
It is recommended to contact ECan for further information on how this may impact one’s property.
Click here for more detailed information and to see how this might affect you.
