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Council news 11 May 2023

Mayor ends Auckland state of emergency

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has ended the state of emergency declared over Auckland on May 9.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 10 May 2023

Be prepared for showers and a cold snap

The lingering effects of yesterday’s rainfall and flooding should be minor for most people, but gusty winds, showers and a cold snap are in store for Aucklanders on Thursday.  

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 10 May 2023

Building and property damage a priority after Auckland’s day of rain and floods

The council is working quickly to identify any damage to buildings, unstable ground and any other potential hazards and take action to reduce any risks, said Auckland Emergency Management Duty Controller Parul Sood.  

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 10 May 2023

Wet weather wrap – what to expect today

Auckland remains in a State of Local Emergency today and Rapid Building Assessments are underway following yesterday’s heavy rain and widespread flooding.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 May 2023

Wet weather wrap – what Aucklanders need to know

Auckland remains in a State of Local Emergency tonight after a day of heavy rain that has seen widespread flooding throughout the region.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 May 2023

Civil Defence Centres and Shelters open around Auckland

Civil Defence Centres and Shelters are now open for those needing to evacuate or seek shelter. For the most up-to-date information visit the Auckland Emergency Management Website.  

Council news 9 May 2023

Heavy rain warning and thunderstorm watch issued for Auckland

MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island for Tuesday 9 May.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 May 2023

Mayor declares local state of emergency

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has declared a State of Local Emergency for Auckland and delegated his responsibilities and powers to Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 May 2023

Emergency Mobile Alert issued for widespread rain and flooding in Auckland

Auckland Emergency Management has issued an emergency mobile alert and MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island today (Tuesday 9 May).

Mayor 9 May 2023

Update from Mayoral Office

Mayor Brown has been briefed on the developing situation in Auckland and is in regular telephone contact with Auckland Emergency Management and the Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson. If required, he will delegate powers to Deputy Mayor Simpson as necess...

Storm 28 Feb 2023

Some regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau set to reopen

Three out of six regional parks across Auckland closed due to damage are set to reopen from Wednesday 1 March.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 24 Feb 2023

Bethells Road closure clarification

Bethells Road, from the Bethells Road/Te Henga Road intersection, is under traffic management and open to residents only. Public access to Bethells Beach is temporarily closed to the public as it is deemed unsafe.

Council news 24 Feb 2023

Emergency Mobile Alert issued for Rodney, Helensville, Upper Harbour, Te Atatu and Henderson Valley

Auckland Emergency Management has issued an Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) at 5:19pm this evening to provide important safety messages for the heightened risk of further landslides and flash flooding. The alert has been issued due to an active line...

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 24 Feb 2023

Emergency Mobile Alert issued for Bethells Beach, Piha, Karekare and Muriwai

Auckland Emergency Management has issued an Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) at 5:11pm this evening to provide important safety messages for the heightened risk of further landslides and flash flooding in Bethells Beach, Karekare, Muriwai and Piha. Th...

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 24 Feb 2023

Flash flooding possible in Auckland, residents urged to be prepared

Auckland Emergency Management is urging Aucklanders to be vigilant and to have a plan in place as heavy downpours start to cross the region.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 24 Feb 2023

Auckland Emergency Management urges residents to be vigilant with further rain expected today

People are strongly urged keep up to date with the latest forecasts, in case changes are made, or further areas are added.