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I'm pretty sure Civil Defence announced it's been contaminated. I would get bottled water, and get away from the coast if you're anywhere near there, or get to high ground. If you have no other option, go to a building with reinforced concrete that's high such as a parking lot. The Tsunami warning is issued to as far as wellington, and all of the cook straight.

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If you are getting bottled water after an earthquake, you are already f*cked.

Have water on hand beforehand! It's not like bottles of water aren't for sale everywhere.

Or, if you live near massive amounts of fresh water, stock up on high grade water filters, and have buckets or many bottles.

Yes, absolutely agreed. Last night's quake exposed my flat's somewhat chronic lack of preparation. I'll be visiting the supermarket tonight and ensuring our insurance policies are up to date, as I imagine much of Chch will be.

We've got a small collection of life straws/survival supplies for tramping, which is good, but they're in a part of the house that'd be inaccessible in a major event :/.

Stay safe and good luck.

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