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Civil Defence / Emergency Management
Tsunami siren test on Sunday 4 June
Auckland’s next bi-annual tsunami siren testing is happening at 12pm (midday) on Sunday 4 June.
Favona fire: an update from Auckland Council on the monitoring and compliance response
A message from Mervyn Chetty, Auckland Council General Manager, Licensing & Regulatory Compliance.
Nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert to take place this Sunday
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is undertaking a nationwide test of the EMA system on Sunday 28 May between 6pm and 7pm.
Mayor ends Auckland state of emergency
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has ended the state of emergency declared over Auckland on May 9.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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).
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 necessary.
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.
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.
