Central District Police are working alongside regional and district councils monitoring the Tsunami threat as it applies to the Central Police District.
Tararua District Council has made a decision as a precaution to evacuate residents from the east coast residential settlements of Herbertville and Akitio and police are assisting in that process.
The threat to western beaches is being assessed. People are being advised to stay away from the beaches in the district.
Operations Inspector David White said: "Residents should not panic. This is purely a precautionary measure and the advice is to monitor the media for updates."
Media enquiries should be referred to Communications Manager Kim Perks on 06 351 2546 or 027 234 8256.