(1/3)📣 Kerbside rubbish collection has resumed today. Please be aware there may be disruption due to road closures in some areas 🚧
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SEVERE WEATHER EVENT – UPDATE 9:00AM
All Auckland urban motorways are OPEN, including the Harbour Bridge. Slips, flooding & fallen trees have closed many routes across Northland incl. #SH1 Dome Valley & Brynderwyn Hills. Check our Journeys Map here: spr.ly/60123W63u. ^TP
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Severe weather update - Wed 15th 9am
Warnings and watches for heavy rain associated with a front extending out from Cyclone Gabrielle have been updated
For the full details 👇bit.ly/AllWarnings
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Work has continued this morning to restore access to Auckland communities which remain isolated following the significant damage caused to roads by ex-Cyclone Gabrielle. Across Auckland there are currently 78 roads which have full closures in place. (1/6)
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Seasonal workers stranded by floodwaters in Hawke’s Bay are just some of the people who have been rescued and taken to a local evacuation centre.
They were rescued by personnel from the and using four Unimog trucks.
➡️ nzdf.mil.nz/hastings-rescue
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1/5 A lot of people across the North Island are experiencing power outages, are stuck at home, or have had to evacuate their homes to stay safe.
Here are some tips if you’re stuck at home...
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National State of Emergency Declared at 8:30am to assist in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle
The declaration will apply to the six regions that have already declared: Northland, Auckland, Tairāwhiti, Bay of Plenty, Waikato, and Hawkes Bay.
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#CycloneGabrielle States of local emergency have been declared for Napier City and Hastings District. Local updates are being provided at hbemergency.govt.nz and on facebook facebook.com/hbemergency
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We anticipate there will be many changes to all public transport timetables today. Please check our website or AT Mobile before you travel.
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Hawke's Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management Group have issued an emergency mobile alert for the Esk Valley. There is serious flooding in the ESK VALLEY from the ESK RIVER, which is still rising. LEAVE NOW if you are in a low-lying area near the ESK River in Bay View.
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#CycloneGabrielle Put safety first. Don’t take any chances. Act quickly if you see rising water.
Floods and flash floods can happen quickly. If you see rising water do not wait for official warnings. Head for higher ground and stay away from floodwater.
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We continue to urge Aucklanders to avoid travel tonight and tomorrow as high winds & rain from Cyclone Gabrielle continue to be felt across the region. Because of high winds and rain, we are seeing instances of fallen trees, debris and surface flooding on the road network. (1/3)
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Bay of Plenty Emergency Management have issued a further Emergency Mobile Alert to Maketu where there is a serious risk of flooding due to coastal inundation. If you receive an alert, take it seriously and follow any instructions given.
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Bay of Plenty Emergency Management have issued an Emergency Mobile Alert to Waihi Beach and Athenree. There is a risk of serious flooding in these areas due to coastal inundation. Follow all instructions from civil defence and emergency services.
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Bay of Plenty Emergency Management have issued an Emergency Mobile Alert to Waihi Beach and Athenree. There is a risk of serious flooding in these areas due to coastal inundation. Follow all instructions from civil defence and emergency services.
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Regional state of emergency declared for Waikato ⚠️
In response to the growing threat from Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle, and other local declarations, a state of emergency has been declared for the Waikato Region.
Read more at waikatoregioncdemg.govt.nz/newsandevents/
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A state of emergency is now in place for the whole of the Waikato Region.
Keep up to date with local information and advice at waikatoregioncdemg.govt.nz and on Facebook facebook.com/WaikatoCivilDe
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A state of emergency has been declared for the Bay of Plenty Region.
Keep up to date with local information and advice at their facebook page facebook.com/BOPCivilDefenc and website bopcivildefence.govt.nz
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🆘 If you need to leave your home due to flooding and can’t get to a Civil Defence Centre or shelter, call us on 0800 22 22 00. We’ll connect you with our team who can help work through your needs to see if we can help.
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A local state of emergency has been declared for the .
More information about the ongoing severe weather event and response can be found on their website - ow.ly/l7gl50MQmLm
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A local state of emergency has been declared for the Waikato district.
The declaration gives Waikato District Civil Defence special powers to deal with the emergency, including the ability to evacuate residents at high risk of impact. ow.ly/WJl650MQmKq
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Whakatāne District council () has declared a state of emergency on Monday 13 February 2023.
Check 's Facebook page: facebook.com/BOPCivilDefenc for updates and information as the situation develops.
Stay safe, stay informed, and stay out of floodwaters
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The impacts of Cyclone Gabriel are expected to worsen this evening, causing ongoing disruption to Auckland’s Road and transport network. Avoid all non-urgent travel and plan to work from home if you are able on Monday and Tuesday. (1/6)
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Hauraki District Council has declared a state of emergency as of 3:39pm 13 Feb 2023.
Keep up to date with information and advice by visiting their Facebook page: facebook.com/haurakidistric
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🙌🔦We've put together some useful information to help you cope during a power outage, including:
- Heating, lighting and cooking
- On the roads
- Medical help and advice
- Water supply
- Animal welfare
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➡️Check out the digital flyer for details: bit.ly/3xdHSJ0
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Search warrants conducted in Auckland late last week resulted in one arrest, along with nearly half a million dollars and 14 kilograms of meth being located.
Read more here - police.govt.nz/news/release/c
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🚗 The NZTA Journey Planner is an useful tool to get the most up-to-date information of where you need to go to. Make sure you check the updates on road closures before getting on the road: journeys.nzta.govt.nz
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Here are the latest Severe Weather Warnings for Aotearoa/New Zealand. There are a number of Red and Orange Warnings in place for heavy rain and severe gales bit.ly/AllWarnings ^PL
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A state of emergency for the Ōpōtiki district was declared this morning, Monday 13 February 2023.
Stay safe, stay informed, and stay out of floodwaters.
Visit the Opotiki District Council Facebook page for updates: facebook.com/OpotikiDistric
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📢 Civil Defence Centres, shelters and community hubs are open across the region for people who need to leave their home due to flooding or other risks.
📃 We have plans in place to manage a range of situations, including if a site is affected by the weather or other factors.
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Mōrena Auckland. We hope you're all safe and well as Cyclone Gabrielle continues. We're seeing 50% of our regular traffic volume & less than 25% of the usual passengers on buses this morning. Thank you for staying home & please continue to do so today if this is possible ❤
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⛔ NO KERBSIDE RUBBISH COLLECTION MONDAY AND TUESDAY
We've been working to get this message out to as many people as possible. Some people might still miss it though.
Please let your neighbours know if you still see wheelie bins on their kerbside, or help to bring them in.
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A State of Local Emergency has been declared for the Tairāwhiti region this morning at 9.45am Monday 13 February.
If life or safety is at risk call 111
Visit the Tairāwhiti Civil Defence Facebook page for updates: facebook.com/CDEMGisborne
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🗺️ If you need to evacuate from your home, check the Civil Defence Centres & Shelters map online to find the one closet to you: bit.ly/40SvVG8
🔍 You can enlarge the map and click on the icons for further information.
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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for southern parts of the South Island today. There is a risk of downpours with slow-moving thunderstorms bit.ly/STSWatch ^PL
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While the harbour bridge is open - which it currently is - we will operate our regular bus services between the North Shore and city centre. Other bus services are operating as close to normal as possible.
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We expect the Harbour Bridge to open and close throughout the day depending on the unpredictable approach of the cyclone. When the bridge is closed the link below has information that applies to bus services between the city centre and North Shore at.govt.nz/weatherwatch#b
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👇 Here are a few things to remember as we go through the day:
❗️ Please avoid unnecessary travel. If you do need to travel, check for road closure updates and take care on the roads. (1/3)
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SH1 AKL HBR BRIDGE - OPENING SHORTLY
Following overnight closure due to severe wind gusts, the Harbour Bridge will shortly reopen with lane reductions & speed restrictions. Expect 2 lanes in each direction only. Take extra care and expect delays. Consider using SH18/SH16 ^TP
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Auckland Airport is open but most International flights in and out of Auckland are delayed or cancelled. A𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐍𝐙 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 (in/out of Auckland) 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲. airnewzealand.co.nz/travel-alerts
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Current Warnings and Watches
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There's too many to put explanatory text on this image, so head over bit.ly/AllWarnings to see how you'll be affected.
We'll be updating our Warnings and Watches around 11am today, so keep checking back for the latest.
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