A fourty-eight hour state of emergency has been declared in Samoa as the worst of tropical Cyclone Gita passes. Although there have been no reports of casualties, the damage is extensive.
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NewsFunding for storm-affected Kaiaua
The Government will contribute $15,000 to the Hauraki District Council Kaiaua Coast Disaster Relief Fund, Civil Defence Miniter Kris Faafoi has announced.
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NewsHumid weather on the way
High humidity, heavy rain and hot temperatures are forecast this week as tropical air streams down over the North Island, MetService says.
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Health officials say steer clear of waterways post-heavy rain
Health officials in the Bay of Plenty are warning people drying out after the heavy rain last week to exercise caution about rushing out for a swim as there are potential health risks associated with contaminated recreational water.
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Mike Smith urges Māori to address Climate Change
Environmentalist Mike Smith is urging Māori living or working in coastal and river areas to start addressing the impacts and risks of climate change seriously.
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Thames-Coromandel flooded
In Thames-Coromandel, the worst of the storm has passed over, locals braced themselves for high swells due to a king tide that was further fuelled by strong winds today.
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King tides and strong winds wreak havoc on coastal Auckland communities
Twelve thousand Auckland homes were without electricity today with severe weather conditions causing damage to power lines. Although power has now been restored, for the most part, forecasters say the misery is not over yet.
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Weather damage in the Waiariki region
Bad weather in the Bay of Plenty has pushed whānau back indoors. Civil Defence is warning people to avoid traveling on the roads if possible and stay informed on regular weather updates.
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High winds, heavy rain and flooding hits Aotearoa
Severe weather has hit the country. A major storm, with high winds, heavy rain and flooding have been forecasted. The first hit Northland early this morning and has steadily made its way South.
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NewsSports teams bogged down by winter weather
Some of Wellington’s traditional grass sports fields are being turned into sodden bogs this winter – and sportspeople face the prospect of further match restrictions as Wellington City Council seeks to provide playable sports fields for the remaining winter season.
