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Metro bus update
Due to the fire and evacuations all Metro bus Blue Line trips will end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice. No trips will run to the Cashmere Hill.
Due to the fire on the Port Hills all trips travelling to Westmorland will end their trips on Cashmere Road near … View moreMetro bus update
Due to the fire and evacuations all Metro bus Blue Line trips will end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice. No trips will run to the Cashmere Hill.
Due to the fire on the Port Hills all trips travelling to Westmorland will end their trips on Cashmere Road near Penruddock Rise. Bus trips will depart travelling towards Eastgate from stop 33348 on Cashmere Road instead. This is until further notice.
Please check the metro web site on www.metroinfo.co.nz...
Another great resource, if you haven't found it already; the Christchurch City Council are updating Newsline constantly, and have the latest news from Civil Defence, emergency services and police. Stay informed, and please, stay away if you don't need to be there.
Our colleagues at the Press are updating the stuff.co.nz live blog minute by minute, so if you're unsure where to go for information, it's a great place to start. We'll do what we can to share information here as well. Please, wherever you are, stay safe and if you can, stay well … View moreOur colleagues at the Press are updating the stuff.co.nz live blog minute by minute, so if you're unsure where to go for information, it's a great place to start. We'll do what we can to share information here as well. Please, wherever you are, stay safe and if you can, stay well away from the Port Hills.
***POSTING ON BEHALF***
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Robert Norman Read
3 hrs
Have created this group for people to offer housing to those evacuated or ask for accomodation if you have been evacuated.
Please be respectful during these stressful times
Heaven forbid we need it but I've pasted this from Stuff website just now:
Snuggle Inn Cattery
We are available to collect any cats or dogs from people having to evacuate from the fire.There will be no charge and they will be cared for in our Asure Quality cattery and kennels.
PHONE 327 … View moreHeaven forbid we need it but I've pasted this from Stuff website just now:
Snuggle Inn Cattery
We are available to collect any cats or dogs from people having to evacuate from the fire.There will be no charge and they will be cared for in our Asure Quality cattery and kennels.
PHONE 327 6454 or contact me on facebook.
Cats Protection League Canterbury - NZ shared ASHLEY BOARDING CATTERY's post.
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Another business offering emergency accommodation for cats affected by the fires. Well done to them. :)
ASHLEY BOARDING CATTERY
1 hr ·
We have emergency accommodation available at Ashley Boarding… View moreCats Protection League Canterbury - NZ shared ASHLEY BOARDING CATTERY's post.
10 mins ·
Another business offering emergency accommodation for cats affected by the fires. Well done to them. :)
ASHLEY BOARDING CATTERY
1 hr ·
We have emergency accommodation available at Ashley Boarding Cattery for cats being evacuated from suburbs near the Christchurch hill fire. Please phone for assistance 313-2228 or 027 3132227. Collection can be arranged. Please share this message.
Tai Tapu/Port Hills fires – update 10.30pm
Two fires are continuing to burn tonight in the Tai Tapu/Port Hills area – one in the vicinity of Early Valley Road/Lansdowne, and the other in the Marley Hill area near the Summit Road. The evacuation of homes in the Early Valley Road area remains … View moreTai Tapu/Port Hills fires – update 10.30pm
Two fires are continuing to burn tonight in the Tai Tapu/Port Hills area – one in the vicinity of Early Valley Road/Lansdowne, and the other in the Marley Hill area near the Summit Road. The evacuation of homes in the Early Valley Road area remains in place overnight, with the Tai Tapu School available for those evacuated. Road closures are in place on Early Valley Road, Holmes Road and the Summit Road from Dyers Pass Road to Gebbies Pass Road. Fire crews will remain in place overnight to patrol the affected areas, and multiple helicopters are expected to be in action from around first light tomorrow (Tuesday). Please stay well away from the area and off the roads – so that emergency services personnel can do their job and keep people safe. Thanks. www.facebook.com...
Here's a simple idea that could save lives. When a catastrophic fire is approaching, write your phone number on horses (or other animal's) hooves and then open gates so they can run to safety if required. This simple act could be a lifesaver..
***Posting On Behalf - ***Emergency Bird Lodging - just in case anyone knows someone in the evacuation areas, that may be in need of this help***
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Oxford Bird Rescue
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Our thoughts go out to all of those affected by the wildfires blazing around Christchurch. We have a … View more***Posting On Behalf - ***Emergency Bird Lodging - just in case anyone knows someone in the evacuation areas, that may be in need of this help***
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Oxford Bird Rescue
1 hr ·
Our thoughts go out to all of those affected by the wildfires blazing around Christchurch. We have a number of empty aviaries and enclosures that we are making available to anyone that needs to evacuate their birds, we are happy to look after them for as long as needed. Kia kaha and be safe!***
Our Real Time Information systems continue to be affected by the fire and a number of buses are unable to be tracked. This means some buses will not show in our "next bus" online tools and most bus finders displaying the ETA's of buses on street will not work. It is likely that … View more Our Real Time Information systems continue to be affected by the fire and a number of buses are unable to be tracked. This means some buses will not show in our "next bus" online tools and most bus finders displaying the ETA's of buses on street will not work. It is likely that our systems will be affected for a number of days and we ask that if your bus does not appear on "next bus" tools that you use the bus timetables instead. Metro thank all fire fighters for their hard work and dedication to keeping our communities safe.
***Posting on behalf*** www.facebook.com...
Second Chance Dog Rescue CHCH
51 mins ·
I have had messages from several members of the public that are offering emergency accommodation for Dogs.
Please contact me for details.
Please keep sharing. … View more***Posting on behalf*** www.facebook.com...
Second Chance Dog Rescue CHCH
51 mins ·
I have had messages from several members of the public that are offering emergency accommodation for Dogs.
Please contact me for details.
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Homes in Westmoreland are being prepared for evacuation. Please be careful and stay safe. Scary times for the city.
As a result of widespread power outages north and east of Christchurch, we are aware there are numerous traffic lights affected. Please take care when driving, and apply the right-hand rule, i.e. give way to traffic on your right.
We will update you as more information comes to hand.
This came via a community group - Emma
"Canterbury District Health Board's Community and Public Health Division have issued a health warning to residents over the smoke coming from the Port Hills fires.
Officials say the small particles in smoke can be more harmful than the larger … View moreThis came via a community group - Emma
"Canterbury District Health Board's Community and Public Health Division have issued a health warning to residents over the smoke coming from the Port Hills fires.
Officials say the small particles in smoke can be more harmful than the larger particles because they can be inhaled deep into the lungs.
Health officials are warning residents to close windows and doors.
Here are some tips from Community and Public Health if you are close to the fires:
Avoid exposure where possible by staying indoors and closing windows and doors.
Smokers, the elderly, children and those with heart disease, asthma or other lung disease are at greatest risk of harm from smoke inhalation.
Seek medical help if your symptoms worsen, especially if you have asthma, lung or heart disease, or if you start to experience breathlessness or chest pain.
In healthy people, most symptoms disappear soon after exposure to smoke ends and do not cause long-term health problems. Public health officials are urging residents to make their GP team the first call 24/7 for #carearoundtheclock.
Seek medical help if your symptoms worsen, especially if you have asthma, lung or heart disease, or if you start to experience breathlessness or chest pain. If you did not experience any symptoms at the time you were exposed to the smoke, you are very unlikely to have any long-term health effects. In an emergency phone 111.
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For more information please visit the Community and Public Health website www.cph.co.nz...
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