Media Advisory
Potential Tsunami Threat to NZ 8/10/09 1.30pm
For immediate release: 1.30pm Thursday 8 October 2009
A Tsunami measuring 0.04 metres has been recorded near Vanuatu. The threat assessment for New Zealand however remains as
previously indicated; it is not expected to be destructive for New Zealand however we still advise people on the West
Coast from Northcape to Hokitika and on the East Coast from Northcape to Auckland to stay clear of beaches and out of
the water as well as refrain from boating activities due to expected strong currents until a cancellation is issued. For
other areas people should be vigilant around coastal areas
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has upgraded New Zealand into a warning position in its latest bulletin (#2). This
warning status does not apply to New Zealand. The official status for New Zealand remains National Advisory - Potential
Threat.
ENDS