Risk, Resilience, Response and Recovery

Auckland’s Volcanoes: Their fiery secrets and how we’re prepared

Have you ever wondered about the volcanoes our city is built upon and how we are making sure we’re prepared?

New Research: Scientists examine evacuation timelines for future Auckland volcanic eruptions

DEVORA scientists are working to understand how long it might take for people to move out of harm’s way ahead of a future eruption of the Auckland Volcanic Field. Check out this new research lead by DEVORA PhD Candidate Alec Wild to find out how long it would take !

New Research: Land use and economic recovery in Auckland post volcanic eruption simulations

Check out this new open access research article published by University of Auckland and Market Economics researchers simulating post-eruption recovery pathways in Auckland. This work considers both physical consequences and socio-economic and planning implications.

Volcanic missiles help Auckland prepare for threats from below

Scientists unleashing volcanic ballistics onto Kiwi roofs hope to help Aucklanders understand and manage their volcanic hazards. Wilson and his team have been researching a variety of aspects of volcanic activity, simulating what may happen to buildings exposed to a future Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF) eruption.

Be prepared: Effective response to volcanic emergencies

The Auckland Volcanic Field Contingency Plan details the management of an eruption in the field.

GeoNet: On watch for Auckland’s next eruption

A collaboration between the Earthquake Commission and GNS Science, GeoNet provides geological hazard information for New Zealand.

Power to cut impact of electricity network damage

Volcanic ash reduces post-eruption road and runway surface safety

Volcanic ash settling on paved surfaces poses a major safety hazard. A study of skid resistance on road asphalt and airfield concrete surfaces helps inform recommendations for effective cleaning and road safety maintenance.

All roads lead to disruption following volcanic eruption

A multi-hazard scenario of an Auckland Volcanic Field (AVF) eruption reveals the potential impact on transport infrastructure and network users.

On the road to solutions for volcanic ash-affected transport links

Volcanic ash can play havoc with transport infrastructure, disrupting vital networks. The degree of disruption depends on particle size and deposit thickness, weather conditions, road surface materials and mitigation actions.