WHO TO CONTACT

The primary responsibility for Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) at a local level rests with your local council. Local and regional councils work with emergency services (police, fire, ambulance) and other relevant agencies to plan for, and respond to disaster events.

CDEM groups are the consortium of local councils and agencies in each region and they have a responsibility to plan for, and manage regional hazards and risks.

Contact the Civil Defence emergency management office at your nearest local council for information on local hazards and community response arrangements.

During a disaster event, telephone lines need to be kept clear for emergency calls to get through so please avoid making calls unless absolutely urgent.

If life or property is threatened always dial 111 for Police, Fire or Ambulance.