Tsunami

The length of the Canterbury coast is exposed to tsunamis from across the Pacific Ocean, and some parts of the North Canterbury and Kaikoura coasts are vulnerable to tsunamis generated close to shore. Find out more below.

Canterbury's tsunami hazard On this page you will find information about Canterbury's tsunami hazards and what you can do to be prepared. Tsunamis are classified ..

South American tsunami modelling For most of the Canterbury coast, a tsunami coming from an earthquake across the Pacific Ocean (particularly South America) is our lar ..

2010 Chilean tsunami The 2010 Chilean tsunami was the most significant tsunami to hit Canterbury for 50 years. While little damage was done, the tsunami d ..

Tsunami information for Christchurch, Pegasus Bay and Banks Peninsula after the 2010/2011 earthquakes This page provides information on Christchurch, Pegasus Bay and northern Banks Peninsula's tsunami threat in light of the 2010 and 201 ..

Tsunami information for Kaikoura This page gives information about Kaikoura’s tsunami hazard and what you need to know and do. ..

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