January 28, 2023
Media advisory: North Shore Civil Defence Centre moves to Massey University’s Albany Campus
Media advisory: North Shore Civil Defence Centre moves to Massey University’s Albany Campus
Update #5
North Shore Civil Defence Centre moves to Massey University’s Albany Campus
The Civil Defence Centre that had opened at the North Shore Events Centre has been moved to Massey University’s Albany Campus.
Those who are displaced or need assistance can access the centre via the main entrance at Gate 1. It is located at Massey University Albany Campus, Sir Neil Walters Lecture Theatre, Massey University East Precinct, Albany Expressway SH17.
Security will be on-site at the North Shore Events Centre to redirect anyone needing assistance.
Important information for Saturday morning
“With daybreak will come a greater understanding of the impacts of this event,” says Auckland Emergency Management Duty Controller Andrew Clark.
“We understand Aucklanders will be anxious to return to their homes to survey the damage, but we urge them to do so with caution.
“Please do not drive through floodwaters and remember hazards and debris could lurk beneath the surface, and floodwaters may be contaminated.
“If your property has been damaged, please take pictures for your insurance company and contact them as soon as you can.”
Civil Defence Centres
St. Leonards Road School, 15 Saint Leonards Road, Kelston
Massey University Albany Campus, Sir Neil Walters Lecture Theatre, Massey University East Precinct, Albany Expressway SH17
Mana Tukutuku, 32 Riverton Drive, Randwick Park
Bring with you any essential items you may need, e.g. medication, warm clothing, and baby items.
If you need help
To report flooding, damage to drains, or stormwater issues, please log you issue online at https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-problem/Pages/report-a-problem.aspx
If your life is at risk, phone 111
If you need urgent accommodation assistance, phone us on 0800 22 22 00.
For welfare assistance you can call the Ministry of Social Development on 0800 400 100.
Auckland Emergency Management advises that people keep up to date with the latest travel advice by following Auckland Transport on Twitter @AT_TravelAlerts and by checking the Waka Kotahi website.
ENDS