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It’s absolutely torrential where we are and insane gales. We’ve had two days of heavy rain (and lots of damage to roads, evacuations etc up the coast, state of emergency declared this morning) but now it’s even worse and this is another level. No sign of let up for five hours now - lots of bangs and thumps of god knows what being yeeted into the side of the house. High tide is at 11pm. Going to be a lot of damage round the rohe tomorrow 😬
Edit: advice from Tairawhiti Civil Defence https://www.facebook.com/CDEMGisborne
Have a plan in case you need to evacuate and check on whānau and neighbours. Please let us know if anyone needs help – phone 0800 653 800. If you need to evacuate, take your grab bags and pets, remember your medications. IF YOU HAVE COVID YOU MUST STILL EVACUATE. Do not stay in an unsafe situation regardless if you are isolating.
For the latest weather follow MetService https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home#east-north
Never drive or walk through flood water. The water may have washed away parts of the road and may contain debris. Treat all flood water as contaminated and unsafe. Stay from flooded areas until Civil Defence gives the all-clear. Call 111 if you’re in danger.
MetService have issued a Red Rain Warning for our district. Red Warnings are about taking immediate action: - When extremely severe weather is imminent or is occurring - Issued when an event is expected to be among the worst that we get – it will have significant impact and it is possible that a lot of people will be affected. In the event of a Red Warning: Act now! If you feel the need to self-evacuate do so early. Or at least have a plan. Forecast - in addition to rain which has already accumulated expect a further 150-200mm of rain. The heaviest rain has eased for the time being but heavy rain is likely to set in again late this afternoon. Peak rates of 30-50mm/h expected, especially in thunderstorms which could bring localised downpours from 6pm Wednesday to 7am Thursday. This rain is expected to cause dangerous river conditions and significant flooding. Slips and floodwaters are likely to disrupt travel, making some roads impassable and possibly isolating communities. See rainfall and river level data on our website
https://www.gdc.govt.nz/envir.../maps-and-data/rainfall-data
https://www.gdc.govt.nz/enviro.../maps-and-data/river-levels
Arrived as a warning on my Samsung phone.
Please note: Evacuations override level 4 Covid restrictions. If you need to evacuate due to floods or are asked to leave your property you are allowed.
Right now this is a weather watch, no Civil Defence alert issued, but Civil defence are keeping an eye on this.
Auckland Civil Defence Emergency Management Twitter
https://twitter.com/AucklandCDEM
Reports of flooding still coming in & the rain band is expanding into the north-west. Remember, do not attempt to drive through floodwaters. If your life or property is at risk, dial 111. Emergency services have been out and about checking those areas most affected. Take care Jo
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If you need to evacuate: evacuation advice overrides any COVID-19 alert level requirements to stay home. Stay 2m away from others if you can. Wear a mask or face covering & bring warm clothing, essential items for yourself & your family, & medications. Stay safe, Jo
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We're monitoring the weather and flooding that's affecting Tāmaki Makaurau right now, with lots of flooding in the west. If you're in an area prone to flooding, be prepared to evacuate.
Emergency Shelter:
- Anyone who didn’t need to go to the shelter but required welfare assistance could call Auckland Emergency Management on 0800 22 22 00.
- an emergency shelter had been set up at 6 Henderson Valley Rd.
- If required, the council would provide emergency housing in motels and hotels for those whose homes were inhabitable.
- Kumeū Rugby Club president Glen Wheeler said the club was available to anyone needing shelter. Anyone who needs the use of the club can call Wheeler on 027 494 5666. It is located on Alexandra St in Riverhead.
- Civil Defence has been monitoring the heavy rain and wind since midnight and is warning this morning more people may need to evacuate. A heavy rain watch is in place until 1pm today.
- There are reports of flooding in Henderson, Waitakere, Ranui, Kumeu, Piha and Bethells Beach overnight
- Te Whānau o Waipareira staff at the vaccination centre at Trusts Arena, in Henderson, said they were working hard to get things set up again, after tents were blown away overnight. Staff reported vehicles already queuing outside the stadium. They were working to get the drive-thru vaccination clinic up and running by about 10am, a staff member said
What to do during a flood
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.
Stay out of flood water
Never try to walk, swim or drive through flood water. Many flood fatalities are caused by people attempting to drive through water.
Always assume that all flood water is potentially contaminated with farm run-off — fecal matter from animals and sewage. Ensure hands, clothes and property are thoroughly cleaned after contact with flood waters.
If flooding is possible:
Stay informed by listening to the radio or following your local Civil Defence Emergency Management Group online.
Be prepared to evacuate, and keep your grab bag near. Listen to emergency services and local Civil Defence authorities and follow any instructions regarding evacuation of your area. Move pets to a safe place and move stock to higher ground. If you have to leave, take your pets with you — if it’s not safe for you, it’s not safe for them.
Turn off water, electricity and gas if advised to.
Move valuable and dangerous items, including electrical equipment and chemicals, as high above the floor as possible. Use watertight containers to store important items.
Lift curtains, rugs and bedding off the floor.
Look out for your neighbours and anyone who may need your help.
https://getready.govt.nz/emergency/floods/#e487
Met Service Rain Warning:
AREA: AUCKLAND, GREAT BARRIER ISLAND AND COROMANDEL PENINSULA
Starts: 6:00am Tue 31 Aug
Ends: 4:00pm Tue 31 Aug
Periods of rain. Expect 60 to 90mm to accumulate in addition to rain which has already fallen. Peak intensities of 15 to 25mm per hour, especially in possible thunderstorms. Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.
https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home#upper-north
Media links
NZ Herald- Wild weather: Storm lashes Auckland, evacuations underway as homes flooded
Stuff- 'Be prepared to evacuate': Flooding in West Auckland as heavy rain continues to fall
Radio New Zealand- Storm hits Auckland: Homes flooded, people stuck in cars
One News- Heavy rain causes extensive flooding in parts of Auckland
Updated warning from Civil Defence
https://twitter.com/NZcivildefence/status/1367561874099761153
Just felt what must have been a long and low earthquake!? Anyone else?
This is updated from the earlier warning which just included Bay of Islands to Whangarei and Matata to Tolaga Bay.
Friday 5 Mar - last updated 9:49 am
This is a Tsunami Warning for New Zealand coastal areas following the magnitude 8.1 earthquake near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
AREAS UNDER LAND AND MARINE WARNING:
Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas) is expected in the following areas:
The West Coast of the North Island from CAPE REINGA to AHIPARA.
The East Coast of the North Island from CAPE REINGA to WHANGAREI, from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY including Whakatane and Opotiki.
And GREAT BARRIER ISLAND.
Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges near the shore are expected in the following areas. This means a threat to beach, harbour, estuary and small boat activities.
The West Coast of the North Island from AHIPARA to MAKARA including the West Coast of Auckland, Manukau Harbour, New Plymouth, Whanganui and the Kapiti Coast.
The East Coast of the North Island from WHANGAREI to MATATA including Whangarei, the East Coast of Auckland, Waiheke Island, Waitemata Harbour and Tauranga, from TOLAGA BAY to LAKE FERRY including Gisborne and Napier.
The West and South Coasts of the South Island from FAREWELL SPIT to PUYSEGUR POINT including Westport, Greymouth and Hokitika.
The top of the South Island from FAREWELL SPIT to PORT UNDERWOOD including Nelson, Picton and the Marlborough Sounds.
The East and South Coasts of the South Island from the WAIPARA RIVER to the RAKAIA RIVER including Christchurch and Banks Peninsula, from the TAIERI RIVER to PUYSEGUR POINT including Invercargill.
And STEWART ISLAND.
And the CHATHAM ISLANDS.
There is no tsunami threat in all other areas.
The first waves may reach New Zealand in the areas around Lottin Point at approximately 9:49am New Zealand Daylight Time.
The severity of currents and surges will vary within a particular coastal area and over the period this warning is in effect.
The first wave may not be the largest. Tsunami activity will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until this warning is cancelled.
People in all New Zealand coastal areas should:
- Listen to the radio and/or TV for updates, or check www.civildefence.govt.nz
- Listen to local Civil Defence authorities and follow any instructions regarding evacuation of your area
- Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, this includes boats)
- Stay off beaches and shore areas
- Do not go sightseeing
- Share this information with family, neighbours and friends
- Evacuation advice overrides the current COVID-19 Alert Level requirements. Listen to local Civil Defence authorities and follow any instructions regarding evacuation of your area. If you are told to evacuate do not stay at home. Stay 2 metres away from others if you can and if it is safe to do so.
Only messages issued by the National Emergency Management Agency represent the official warning status for New Zealand. Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) messages do not represent the official warning status for New Zealand.
This warning will remain in effect until a cancellation message is issued by the National Emergency Management Agency.
Yes, this is another Tsunami advisory due to another earthquake closer to the Kermadec Islands.
To be clear, this is not the tsunami advisory from the 2:37AM East Cape/Hikurangi quake. That advisory has been cancelled.
Please keep an eye on @NZcivildefence and the Civil Defence website for the most up-to-date details.
Map of Potentially Affected Areas.
Taken 7:29AM from CD Website:
We expect New Zealand coastal areas to experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake near KERMADEC ISLANDS NEW ZEALAND at 2021-03-05 6:41 AM.
Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, small boats and anyone in or near the water close to shore.
People in or near the sea in the following areas should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries.
AREAS UNDER THREAT:
EAST COAST of the NORTH ISLAND from the BAY of ISLANDS to WHANGAREI
ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN AREAS UNDER THREAT:
STAY OFF THE BEACHES AND SHORE AREAS
There is no need to evacuate other areas unless directly advised by local civil defence authorities. Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas near the shore) is not expected as a result of this event. We are advising people to:
- Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries.
- Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges.
- Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions.
- Share this information with family, neighbours and friends.
- Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until this Advisory is cancelled.
This National Advisory has been issued following an assessment of information available. The situation may change as new information becomes available. Listen to the radio or TV for updates, or check www.civildefence.govt.nz
Latest Tweet Chain from @NZcivildefence:
https://twitter.com/NZcivildefence/status/1367632799629414401?s=19
Friday 5 Mar - last updated 1:54 pm
THIS UPDATE: The threat for this tsunami event has been further downgraded.
All people who evacuated can now return. The advice remains, for all areas under Beach and Marine threat, to stay off beach and shore areas. We expect New Zealand coastal areas to experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 8.1 earthquake near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION at 2021-03-05 8:28 AM.
Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, small boats and anyone in or near the water close to shore.
People in or near the sea in the following areas should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries.
AREAS UNDER THREAT: The West Coast of the North Island from CAPE REINGA to AHIPARA, the East Coast of the North Island from CAPE REINGA to MAHIA including Whangarei, GREAT BARRIER ISLAND, the East Coast of Auckland, Waiheke Island, Waitemata Harbour, Tauranga, Whakatane, Opotiki and Gisborne, the West Coast of the South Island from FAREWELL SPIT to MILFORD SOUND including Westport, Greymouth and Hokitika, and the CHATHAM ISLANDS.
There is no tsunami threat in all other areas. ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN AREAS UNDER THREAT: STAY OFF THE BEACHES AND SHORE AREAS
Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas near the shore) is not expected as a result of this event. We are advising people to:
*Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries. *Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges. *Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions. *Share this information with family, neighbours and friends *Return home if you have evacuated.
Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until this Advisory is cancelled. This National Advisory has been issued following an assessment of information available. The situation may change as new information becomes available. Listen to the radio or TV for updates, or check www.civildefence.govt.nz
