Nikki Kaye will meet with locals in the Chatham Islands today to see what damage has been left behind by ex-tropical cyclone Pam.

The storm lashed the Chathams early last week - the ferocious winds cutting power and bringing down trees.

Civil Defence Minister, Nikki Kaye, says she's going for a first hand look what other damage was done.

"There has been some damage to several of the wharves.

"I mean, obviously they're quite vital infrastructure for the Chatham Islands, so I want to have a pretty good look at those wharves and have a meeting with the mayor."

Nikki Kaye says from her assessment, she'll be able to decide what support the government can provide.