Floods

• Switch off any electrical and gas-fuelled equipment that could be affected by water, and move any chemicals, important documents, valuables etc. to a safe area if there is time
• If you have had instructions from your building warden, evacuate to a safe area (high ground) and make sure everyone in your area does likewise
• Call Security: 0800 3737 550 or use the UoA Alert app and state “flooding”. Give the location and the whereabouts of evacuees
• If you have not had instructions from your building warden and you think the situation is life-threatening, call 111 and request the Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ)
• Avoid walking or driving through floodwater, if possible. It may be contaminated and contain hidden objects that can hurt you

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Version: 2.0
Last Updated: Oct 2025
Next Review: Oct 2028
Owner: hsw@auckland.ac.nz
Approver: Associate Director, Health Safety & Wellbeing