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Tsunami siren testing at Ōrewa on Sunday 7 April
Ōrewa is the only location in the Auckland region which has tsunami sirens following the deactivation of sirens at other sites in December 2023.
Restricted fire season now in place for Auckland mainland
A restricted fire season is in place across mainland Tāmaki Makaurau until further notice.
Changes to tsunami evacuation maps for Auckland
New modelling shows the area of Tāmaki Makaurau at risk from damaging tsunami waves is less than previously expected.
Add storm preparation to your to-do list
Be prepared for storms
Summer storm preparedness takes a few simple steps
With summer well and truly upon us, it is timely to remember that the season not only brings sunny days but also the chance of stormy weather.
Tsunami warning sirens in Auckland region deactivated from 1 December
The Emergency Mobile Alert is the preferred method of notifying the public about dangerous tsunami threats.
Auckland region tsunami siren testing on Sunday 24 September
Siren testing day is a good prompt for Aucklanders to talk with their whānau about planning for emergencies.
New culvert will super-size flood protection
The Paerata culvert is in line for a massive upgrade.