SES unhappy with tsunami warning snub
The State Emergency Service (SES) says it is disappointed Hunter surf lifesaving officials chose to proceed with the state titles at Lake Macquarie yesterday, despite tsunami warnings.
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The Department of Environment and Climate Change says Newcastle felt the effects of a big tsunami 50 years ago, making it important to be prepared for any future events.
View ArticleWave of relief as tsunami survivors return home
The death toll from the tsunami that hit Indonesia's Mentawai Islands last week has risen to more than 400, and three Newcastle surfers who were lucky to escape with their lives are very relieved to...
View ArticleConcerns about tsunami warning confusion
When the first shocking pictures of Japan's massive earthquake were coming through, the initial tsunami warnings for other countries included Australia. Rumours and misinformation abounded,...
View ArticleJapanese exchange students struggle to contact family
Counselling is being provided for 45 Japanese exchange students currently visiting the Hunter, more than half of whom are from the earthquake affected Miyagi prefecture.
View ArticleHunter rescuer returns from Japan and Christchurch disaster zones
A Maitland paramedic has returned home after sifting through the ruins of both the Christchurch and Japan disaster zones. Paramedic Scott Hardes says the most difficult thing was finding photographs of...
View ArticlePort Stephens residents set to learn more about tsunamis
Residents of Port Stephens are being given the opportunity to learn about preparing for potential tsunamis.
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