Geotechnical engineers and specialists have completed 1000 assessments across Auckland, with another 180 assessments underway, to determine the ‘intolerable risk to life’ from future landslides, in the wake of devastating storms in early 2023.
“At its heart, this is about keeping you and your whānau safe when in extreme natural events. Some homes and neighbourhoods may be vulnerable to a future landslide risk that is unacceptably high, and we are doing what we can to keep people out of harm’s way. This includes providing evidence about ground stability so homeowners can make informed decisions about their safety,” says Mace Ward, Deputy Group Recovery Manager.
The Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office (Recovery Office) has contracted ten geotechnical suppliers, using over 100 specialist engineers and consultants to collect data for people concerned about unstable slopes near their property. The objective is to help people understand if future severe storms will result in a landslide that poses a risk to life, and whether that risk can be managed so it is safe to live in their property. Actions that can be taken to manage risk may include modifications…
