04/04/2026
The tsunami siren test is now complete - thanks everyone and enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Remember if you have feedback, the survey form is at this link:
🔗 https://fs17.formsite.com/hdvxfs/Sirenfeedback/index
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Mōrena Northland, a reminder that the Northland tsunami siren network will be tested at 10am today (Sunday 5 April), coinciding as usual with the end of daylight saving.
The sirens will sound once for around 2 minutes, and their performance will be closely monitored for any faults.
As part of the test, we’re gathering feedback to help us monitor and improve the system – and if you’re near the Northland coast during the test, we’d love to hear from you via the link below.
👉 Could you hear your nearest siren? Was the voice message clear? Are you in a tsunami evacuation zone?
Please let us know by filling out this short survey:
🔗 https://fs17.formsite.com/hdvxfs/Sirenfeedback/index
For those of us who live, work, study, or spend time on Northland’s beautiful coast, remember this is only a test. But it’s also a great opportunity to check your tsunami preparedness:
✅ Know your zone – check if your location is in a tsunami evacuation zone and plan your quickest route to safety using our updated maps:
🔗 https://www.nrc.govt.nz/evacuationzones
✅ Remember there are multiple alerting methods – along with sirens, we use tools like Emergency Mobile Alerts (EMA). These alerts provide more detail and don’t require any downloads. Just make sure your phone is capable and updated.
🔗 https://getready.govt.nz/prepared/ema
✅ Seek further information – if you hear a tsunami siren, or get an alert, check trusted sources for updates.
Our page is a great place to start, but you can also check media websites, or visit:
🔗 www.civildefence.govt.nz
🔗 www.nrc.govt.nz/civildefence
✅ Know the natural warning signs of a tsunami:
• Unusual sea behaviour – sudden rise or fall in sea level, or strange noises
• A strong earthquake that’s hard to stand in, or one that lasts longer than a minute
If you experience any of these, move immediately inland or to higher ground. Don’t wait for an official warning.
