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Manawatu-Wanganui Tsunami watch
MEDIA RELEASE
Manawatu-Wanganui Tsunami watch
Issued by: Group Controller, Manawatu-Wanganui
Civil Defence Emergency Management Group
Date and time: Wednesday 6th February 2013 at 16:30
Message:
An official tsunami watch has been received for the Manawatu-Wanganui Region. The following is a summary of estimated wave arrival times and action that should be taken:
Coastal
area First wave
arrival Action
Tararua ~ 18:00
– 19:00 Clear all beach, river mouth and estuary areas in
Herbertville, Akitio, Owahanga.
Wanganui-Rangitikei ~ 18:00 – 19:00 Clear all beach, river mouth and estuary areas. All boat ramps in Wanganui are closed.
Manawatu-Horowhenua ~ 18:00 – 19:00 Clear all beach, river mouth and estuary areas.
All areas n/a All activities such as swimming, surfing and diving should stop immediately.
The threat is still being assessed by the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management and will be updated regularly.
Forecast wave arrival times are estimated therefore allow plenty of time to get to a safe area.
The first tsunami wave to arrive would not necessarily be the largest wave. Unusual wave action, tides and currents can be expect for up to 24 hours after the first wave.
Keep listening to your local radio station for the latest advice and information.
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