Volcanoes
The background to eruptions, and simple precautions to take.
- Impact of a Volcanic Eruption on Agriculture and Forestry in New Zealand
15 April 1999
Volcanic eruptions will produce a number of hazards, some of which will be felt hundreds of kilometres from the volcano. - Volcanic Eruption! Impacts and hazard mitigation for New Zealand's primary production industries [831K PDF]
(2009)
Volcanic activity, although relatively rare in New Zealand, is a major natural hazard that can inflict widespread damage to life and property.
Volcanic alerts are communicated through bulletins issued to local and regional authorities, and the media.
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Manager
North Island Regions
Sector Performance Policy
MAF Policy
Hamilton
NEW ZEALAND
Phone: +64 7 957 8313
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