"Auckland is such a diverse place that we need to think about how we can get messages through to each community," he said.
"It's been 10 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and that city's population has still not recovered.
"We need to protect our population of 1.57 million people from 180 cultures so that, should disaster strike our communities will [survive]."
Mr Dragicevich was unsure if there were any ethnic groups or communities the council particularly needed to get messages through to.
However, the council would engage with community leaders to work out the best way for individual communities to prepare for disasters.
Social media campaigns was one way to educate specific groups, Mr Dragicevich said.
Aucklanders can contribute to the draft plan on shapeauckland.co.nz until April 18
How to prepare for disasters:
• Learn about disasters and how to keep safe
• Create and practise a household emergency plan that allows you to survive for three or more days
• Assemble and maintain emergency survival items such as a torch with spare batteries and a first aid kit
• Have a getaway kit in case you have to leave in a hurry
• Go to getthru.govt.nz for more details