Waitaha/Canterbury is located in the collision zone of two major tectonic plates, the Pacific Plate and the Australian Plate. The forces involved in this plate movement are huge. They cause the rock
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/natural-hazards/earthquakes/earthquake-faults... pledge support, and sign up to get further information about climate change as it becomes available. Accessible science about local consequences Selwyn District Council Mayor Sam Broughton Climate...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2021/climate-projections-underpin-information-campaignHow often a flood occurs reflects its size. Small floods happen frequently, and large floods happen infrequently. Understanding flood frequencies is important for predicting and preparing for flooding...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/natural-hazards/floods/flood-frequencyThe entire Waitaha/Canterbury coast is exposed to tsunamis. Find out more about where tsunamis come from and the places most likely to be affected. The biggest threats are tsunamis created by large
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/natural-hazards/tsunamis/tsunami-hazardsYou would have recently been hearing our appeal for feedback on our 10-year work plan and budget, known as the Long-Term Plan.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/stories/2024/from-our-chairWith 2025 now in full swing, the summer break may already be feeling like a distant memory. I do hope you found time to rest, unwind, and pack in some quality time with friends and whānau.
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