Cyclone Gabrielle: Civil Defence provides update on response | RNZ News
Civil Defence is providing an update on Cyclone Gabrielle as multiple regions in the North Island go into local states of emergency.
Civil Defence is providing an update on Cyclone Gabrielle as multiple regions in the North Island go into local states of emergency. Keep Reading
There has been widespread power outages, flooding, slips, and damage to properties after Cyclone Gabrielle lashed the North Island. Keep Reading
A state of emergency has been declared by the mayors of Napier and Hastings Keep Reading
Heavy rain and strong wind warnings remain in place for the entirety of the North Island, with states of emergency declared in nine regions. Keep Reading
Matthew Davison was trying to reach Hahei but was met with devastation across Coromandel. Keep Reading
The Coromandel Peninsula is under heavy rain and strong wind warnings. Keep Reading
A state of emergency has been declared for Waikato and Whakatāne in Bay of Plenty and evacuations are underway. Keep Reading
New New Zealand Principals' Federation president and Whangarei's Mania School principal Leanne Otene (Te Rarawa) says the decision to close her school down... Keep Reading
Severe weather warnings in place as damaging storm causes wind gusts up to 160km/h Keep Reading
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is speaking to media from Auckland this afternoon as the government announces a further $11.5 million in support for regions affected by flooding and Cyclone Gabrielle. Keep Reading
A dog-leg pivot in Gabrielle's track means more intense weather for NZ. So what causes it? Keep Reading
Some areas are already experiencing significant flooding and storm surges from the cyclone. Keep Reading
Officials are assessing whether to declare a national state of emergency as Cyclone Gabrielle nears. Keep Reading
With some international flights allowed into Auckland, regional flights are halted until at least tomorrow evening, while trains have been cancelled and the Harbour Bridge remains under constant review. Keep Reading
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level. Keep Reading
The entire North Island is now under or facing heavy rain and/or strong wind warnings. Keep Reading
At least 50 schools will be closed on Monday and Tuesday amid warnings of slips, flooding and storm surges. Keep Reading
Large portions of the upper North Island, including Auckland, are under red severe weather warnings. Keep Reading
Nearly 30,000 people in Northland and the Far North are without electricity and it could be days before it's back on. Keep Reading
Emergency officials say high wind gusts could become widespread across Auckland and the Coromandel on Monday afternoon Keep Reading
New New Zealand Principals' Federation president and Whangarei's Mania School principal Leanne Otene (Te Rarawa) says the decision to close her school down... Keep Reading
Cyclone Gabrielle is forecast to be one of the most serious storms to hit NZ this century. Keep Reading
Coastal flooding and inundation is likely. Keep Reading
Power outages, downed trees, flooding and empty aisles at supermarkets are some of the early impacts being seen from Cyclone Gabrielle. Keep Reading
Chris Hipkins is in the city checking on preparations for the ex-tropical cyclone. Keep Reading
NZ had plenty of warning that Cyclone Gabrielle was coming. Yet nothing could prepare the communities who found themselves rapidly swallowed up in the storm’s fury. Here’s how it all unfolded. Keep Reading
It’s been a year since the Auckland Anniversary floods took the lives of four people and caused billions of dollars’ worth of damage to properties and infrastructure. Keep Reading
The former police commissioner is addressing media on his findings and recommendations after leading an inquiry into Auckland Council's handling of the January flood. Keep Reading
Extraordinary new imagery shows Gabrielle's devastation in Hawke's Bay, before and after. Keep Reading
The world's worst cyclones hit Bangladesh. Floods are devastating. Yet death tolls are falling. The country's climate disaster strategies offer lessons for all coastal communities. Keep Reading
Climate change fuelled the impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay and Tairāwhiti last month. Keep Reading
Preparing means restoring natural systems, planning for floods – and building resilient social relationships. Keep Reading
A summer of devastating storms has put the spotlight on the role of insurance - and insurance companies - in society. Keep Reading
Livelihoods in tatters after months of relentless rain and extreme weather – and the clean-up is just beginning Keep Reading
According to NIWA, it was the wettest summer on record for several major centres, including Napier, Auckland, Whangārei, Gisborne and Tauranga. Keep Reading
Did the worst summer in recent memory see more warnings issued by the national meteorological agency than other years? Keep Reading
OPINION: There is no shame in taking assistance. Everybody is behind you getting back on your feet. Keep Reading
With thousands of vehicles water damaged from the Auckland January floods and Cyclone Gabrielle combined, insurance companies are swamped with claims. Drivers face many pitfalls and dilemmas. Here's what you need to know. Keep Reading
In the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, many parents are facing a loss of home or livelihood or, at the every least, a massive cleanup. So what do you say to children about all of this ? Katy Gosset takes a look at how to calm their fears. Keep Reading
With lives lost and countless homes and businesses devastated, it may seem trivial to talk about gardening, but for many our gardens are a source of joy and a place that helps us recover after a crisis. Gardener, author and broadcaster Lynda Hallinan takes your questions on how to restore a weather-damaged garden. Keep Reading
Help is on the way for thousands of displaced homeowners struggling with insurance claims after the Auckland floods and Cyclone Gabrielle. Keep Reading
4:30pm, Friday 17 February 2023. By Mana Wikaire-Lewis Facebook Twitter Email Link Share URL Copy URL Keep Reading
Opinion: If there is any good to come out of the storms this year it is that it will encourage local and central government planners to ensure building consent means well-informed consent, says Martin Brook Keep Reading
Incredible footage from space shows how Cyclone Gabrielle grew and turned into NZ's path. Keep Reading
Opinion: Two “one in a 100 year” floods within six years is not bad luck, it is a wakeup call to bring our environmental prediction and monitoring up to the task. Keep Reading
From replacing spoiled food to putting a temporary roof over your head, your policy may cover more than you think. Keep Reading
Every degree of global warming could add between five and 15% of rainfall to the average, making extreme weather events increasingly devastating. Keep Reading
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