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Horizons monitoring eruption impact
Horizons monitoring eruption impact
Last night's
eruption at Mt Tongariro has resulted in ash fall in the
central part of the North Island.
The full extent of
the eruption is yet to be confirmed by GNS scientists and
DOC staff. However Horizons Regional Council's emergency
manager Shane Bayley does not expect the impact of this
event to be significant to the majority of residents in the
Region.
"Based on what we know about the current
level of activity and wind direction we are expecting ash to
move in an easterly direction away from our region."
Mr Bayley advises people living in the immediate area or
down wind in affected areas to protect their water supplies
by disconnecting rain water tanks.
"Ash can find its
way into rain water tanks and contaminate supplies. We
advise residents in the affected areas to disconnect these
if it is safe for them to do so."
People intending
on traveling through the area are advised that roads may be
affected and to check their routes before traveling. Flights
are also affected in some areas.
New Zealand Police
are leading the response in partnership with other agencies.
Horizons will continue to support the response and
update residents in the Region as necessary.
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