The Bay of Plenty, in particular, Whakatāne and surrounding areas, received a thrashing overnight as Cyclone Cook left thousands without power, and caused significant swells and slips, leaving large trees scattered across roads.
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NewsResidents in coastal BOP areas urged to prepare for impact of cyclone
Bay of Plenty Civil Defence is urging all coastal Bay of Plenty residents to be prepared for the impact of Cyclone Cook. To assist whānau, they have provided a checklist of steps residents can take over the next few hours.
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NewsThames-Coromandel residents advised to prepare for the worst
With Cyclone Cook fast approaching, alerts have been put in place by the Civil Defence advising residents in Thames-Coromandel to prepare for the worst. Cyclone Cook is estimated to make landfall over the district this afternoon at around midday.
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NewsStrong winds could close Auckland Harbour Bridge
Motorists are being advised by the NZ Transport Agency to plan ahead now for the possible closure of the Auckland Harbour Bridge if wind levels become strong later today.
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NewsSchools and early childhood education centres remain closed
Ninety four schools and 130 early childhood centres in the North Island will remain closed today with heavy rain and strong winds expected to cause havoc across much of the country.
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NewsPepi-pods for Edgecumbe whānau needing safe sleeping space for babies
Twenty Pepi-Pods are being made available in the Eastern Bay of Plenty for Edgecumbe families unable to return to their homes and who need a safe space for their babies to sleep.
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NewsUpgraded State of Emergency declared in Bay of Plenty
People can sign up for Bay of Plenty Civil Defence text alerts by texting the two letters for your area where you live to 2028.
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