National Advisory: Tsunami activity – expect strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore

Following the earthquake off the East Coast of Russia on the morning of 30 July 2025 (NZT), a national advisory has been issued.

Coastal areas of New Zealand - including those in our rohe - can expect to experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore.

Key actions

• Stay away from beaches and out of the water until all warnings are lifted.

• If you live aboard a vessel, please consider staying with friends and whānau tonight. If that is not an option, please make your way to a Civil Defence Centre.

• Stay updated with the latest information using the links below, in case this advice changes.

Important Links

• What to do in case of a Tsunami (Auckland Emergency Management)

• National Advisory: Tsunami Activity (National Emergency Management Agency)

• Advice for people in coastal areas (National Emergency Management Agency)

• Tsunami Evacuation Zone Maps (National Emergency Management Agency)