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flood Flood Risk in Christchurch, New Zealand

Risk Level: Low — Score 0/10

Risk: 0Historical: 2

Key Risk Factors

  • 2 events on record in proximity

Peak season: March-September

Last significant event: Floods - Canterbury Region, New Zealand (2019-12-09)

Highest Risk Cities for Floods

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
5
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
6
FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
Christchurch is not in the top 10 for flood risk among tracked cities.

How Christchurch Compares

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Notable Flood Events Near Christchurch

Floods - Christchurch, New Zealand

August 12, 2012 WARNING

Impact data not available

Floods - Canterbury Region, New Zealand

December 8, 2019 WARNING

Impact data not available

Flood Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Know if your property is in a flood zone — check FEMA maps
  • 2.Consider flood insurance even if not in a high-risk zone
  • 3.Never drive through flooded roadways — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
  • 4.Move valuables and important documents to upper floors
  • 5.Install sump pumps and check valves in plumbing

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