What to do after a disaster or emergency
Knowing what to do after a disaster is an important part of the recovery process. You may also want to help others by volunteering or making donations.
Find out what council are doing for specific recovery events.
Returning to normal after a disaster may be quick or difficult and prolonged.
If the event has been severe, the local disaster management group will establish a recovery committee to:
- ensure people’s wellbeing
- rebuild essential infrastructure
- help economic recovery
- rehabilitate the environment.