New Zealand Weather Warnings
Two people died in a landslide in Welcome Bay, and a firefighter went missing in Muriwai, west of Auckland, amidst ongoing heavy rain and landslides across New Zealand's North Island as of June 10, 2026. A state of emergency was declared for parts of Wellington on June 8, 2026, due to forecasts of massive swells up to 10 meters, prompting evacuations in Ōwhiro Bay, Island Bay, Houghton Bay, and Breaker Bay. On June 9, gale-force winds and rough seas battered Wellington, causing ferry and flight cancellations and leading to hundreds of residents evacuating. MetService has issued heavy rain watches and warnings for multiple regions, with rainfall intensities reaching up to 30mm per hour in Kaitaia on June 1-2, 2026.
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June 2026 — 7 developments
Two people died in a landslide in Welcome Bay, and several others, including children, were reported missing after a landslide at Beachside Holiday Park in early June 2026.
Two people died in a landslide in Welcome Bay, and several others, including children, were reported missing after a landslide at Beachside Holiday Park in early June 2026. A firefighter also went missing after being caught in a landslide in Muriwai, west of Auckland, amidst ongoing heavy rain and landslides across New Zealand's North Island.
On June 9, 2026, gale-force winds and rough seas battered Wellington, New Zealand, causing ferry and…
On June 9, 2026, gale-force winds and rough seas battered Wellington, New Zealand, causing ferry and flight cancellations and prompting hundreds of residents along the city's south coast to evacuate. A state of emergency was declared for parts of Wellington due to the severe weather.
A state of emergency has been declared for parts of Wellington, New Zealand, prompting evacuations in several bays due to forecasts of massive swells and potential coastal flooding.
A state of emergency has been declared for parts of Wellington, New Zealand, prompting evacuations in several bays due to forecasts of massive swells and potential coastal flooding. Residents in Ōwhiro Bay, Island Bay, Houghton Bay, and Breaker Bay were ordered to evacuate as waves up to 10 meters are expected.
As of June 8, 2026, New Zealand's North Island is experiencing severe weather with ongoing heavy rai…
As of June 8, 2026, New Zealand's North Island is experiencing severe weather with ongoing heavy rain and strong winds, leading to evacuations and states of emergency in areas like Wellington and Northland. Coastal areas face significant damage risks from large swells reaching up to 10.5 meters in the Cook Strait, prompting advisories to avoid beaches and coastal roads.
MetService has issued heavy rain watches for Northland, Auckland, the Coromandel Peninsula, and Great Barrier Island, effective June 6-7, 2026.
MetService has issued heavy rain watches for Northland, Auckland, the Coromandel Peninsula, and Great Barrier Island, effective June 6-7, 2026. These areas may receive 80-120mm of rain, with potential for thunderstorms and localized downpours.
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings for the eastern Bay of Plenty and Taranaki, and a severe thunderstorm watch for the northern North Island.
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings for the eastern Bay of Plenty and Taranaki, and a severe thunderstorm watch for the northern North Island. These conditions may cause surface flooding, slips, and hazardous driving. The weather events follow earlier heavy rains and landslides in Mount Maunganui in late January 2026.
Heavy rain impacted New Zealand's North Island on June 1-2, 2026, causing a major slip near Auckland that led to home evacuations.
Heavy rain impacted New Zealand's North Island on June 1-2, 2026, causing a major slip near Auckland that led to home evacuations. Rainfall intensities reached up to 30mm per hour in Kaitaia, with potential for 40mm per hour across the upper North Island. In the Tasman region, eight properties were evacuated due to flooding.
May 2026 — 6 developments
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings and watches for multiple regions across New Zealand, with …
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings and watches for multiple regions across New Zealand, with significant rainfall expected to spread from the South Island to the North Island. Orange heavy rain warnings are active for Tasman District, Buller, and the Richmond and Bryant Ranges, with potential impacts including rapidly rising rivers and surface flooding.
The Wellington City Council has announced rates relief for properties significantly impacted by the April 20, 2026, flooding.
The Wellington City Council has announced rates relief for properties significantly impacted by the April 20, 2026, flooding. This action is part of the New Zealand government's commitment to investments in infrastructure resilience, hazard information, and emergency management systems through Budget 2026.
New Zealand's Wairarapa region received a 'Heavy Swell Warning' on May 27, 2026, with swells expected to reach 3.
New Zealand's Wairarapa region received a 'Heavy Swell Warning' on May 27, 2026, with swells expected to reach 3.5 to 4 meters. Wellington experienced its first-ever red wind warning with gusts up to 150 kph, causing transport disruptions. Christchurch and surrounding areas on the South Island also faced heavy flooding, leading to states of emergency.
A state of emergency has been declared in Christchurch (South Island) in late May 2026 due to heavy rain and strong sea swells affecting both islands.
A state of emergency has been declared in Christchurch (South Island) in late May 2026 due to heavy rain and strong sea swells affecting both islands. This follows an earlier state of emergency in April 2026 for parts of the North Island due to Cyclone Vaianu, with experts warning of ongoing landslide risks from saturated slopes.
As of May 27, 2026, there are no current reports of active heavy rainfall, landslides, or damage in New Zealand's North Island.
As of May 27, 2026, there are no current reports of active heavy rainfall, landslides, or damage in New Zealand's North Island. Forecasts indicate rain in the coming days, but no significant weather events are presently occurring, suggesting the immediate impact of Cyclone Vaianu has passed.
A tornado touched down in Welcome Bay, Tauranga in April 2026, causing destruction.
A tornado touched down in Welcome Bay, Tauranga in April 2026, causing destruction. Cyclone Vaianu also brought heavy rain and strong winds to New Zealand's North Island, leading to widespread flooding and evacuations.
April 2026 — 3 developments
Cleanup operations have commenced on New Zealand's North Island as Cyclone Vaianu moves offshore.
Cleanup operations have commenced on New Zealand's North Island as Cyclone Vaianu moves offshore. The cyclone made landfall on April 12, 2026, bringing destructive winds, heavy rain, and coastal flooding, causing widespread disruption and power outages. Damage assessments are currently underway.
Cyclone Vaianu has made landfall on New Zealand's North Island, bringing destructive winds exceeding 130 km/h and heavy rain.
Cyclone Vaianu has made landfall on New Zealand's North Island, bringing destructive winds exceeding 130 km/h and heavy rain. Thousands of residents have been ordered to evacuate due to warnings of coastal flooding and landslides, with several regions declaring a state of emergency. Wind gusts have reached up to 150 km/h in some areas, causing power outages for thousands.
Cyclone Vaianu is forecast to bring severe weather to New Zealand's North Island starting April 11, 2026.
Cyclone Vaianu is forecast to bring severe weather to New Zealand's North Island starting April 11, 2026. A Red Strong Wind Warning is in effect for the Coromandel Peninsula and Great Barrier Island, with gusts potentially reaching 140 km/h. A State of Emergency has been declared in Northland and the Whakatāne District, and residents in the West End of Ōhope have been ordered to evacuate.
March 2026 — 1 developments
New heavy rain warnings and watches have been issued for New Zealand's North Island, including Northland and Auckland, as a deep subtropical low approaches.
New heavy rain warnings and watches have been issued for New Zealand's North Island, including Northland and Auckland, as a deep subtropical low approaches. Emergency services are conducting rescues from flooded homes and rooftops, and key highways have been closed due to slips and flooding, isolating towns and leaving thousands without power.
February 2026 — 8 developments
A man has died after his car was trapped in floodwaters, and thousands of households are without power following severe weather across New Zealand's North Island.
A man has died after his car was trapped in floodwaters, and thousands of households are without power following severe weather across New Zealand's North Island. A state of emergency has been declared in the region due to "one in 100 year" rainfall, with widespread flooding, road collapses, and damage to infrastructure reported.
States of emergency have been declared in Tararua, Waipā, and Ōtorohanga districts on New Zealand's North Island due to heavy rain and severe gales.
States of emergency have been declared in Tararua, Waipā, and Ōtorohanga districts on New Zealand's North Island due to heavy rain and severe gales. Red heavy rain warnings are in effect for parts of Manawatū and Ruapehu districts, with forecasts of significant flooding and landslides. Over 30,000 properties have lost power, and a man was found dead in his submerged vehicle in the Ōtorohanga district.
An orange heavy rain warning has been issued for parts of New Zealand's North Island, with up to 100mm of rain expected and a possibility of 150mm in localized areas.
An orange heavy rain warning has been issued for parts of New Zealand's North Island, with up to 100mm of rain expected and a possibility of 150mm in localized areas. A yellow heavy rain watch is in effect for much of the rest of the island, raising fears of further landslides. Fire and Emergency NZ has deployed teams to prepare for potential emergencies, and a campground in Hawke's Bay has been evacuated due to an extreme landslide risk.
A campground in Hawke's Bay is undergoing evacuation due to an 'extreme risk' of a landslide, as advised by the Hastings District Council following a geotechnical report.
A campground in Hawke's Bay is undergoing evacuation due to an 'extreme risk' of a landslide, as advised by the Hastings District Council following a geotechnical report. This decision comes three weeks after significant landslides impacted the region, leading to widespread devastation and evacuations.
Recent severe storms on New Zealand's North Island have caused over 11,000 landslides on the East Cape, according to new satellite imagery.
Recent severe storms on New Zealand's North Island have caused over 11,000 landslides on the East Cape, according to new satellite imagery. This has led to the isolation of communities and blocked State Highway 35. The scale of the devastation is further illustrated by over 900 hectares affected by slips and silt damage.
Safety restrictions have been eased on four homes in Tauranga's Welcome Bay that were previously red-stickered following a deadly landslide last month.
Safety restrictions have been eased on four homes in Tauranga's Welcome Bay that were previously red-stickered following a deadly landslide last month. Geotechnical engineers have determined that the risk of further landslides impacting these properties has decreased.
The state of emergency in Tai Rāwhiti has been extended for an additional seven days due to persiste…
The state of emergency in Tai Rāwhiti has been extended for an additional seven days due to persistent extreme weather, heavy rain, and severe flooding across New Zealand's North Island. Significant landslides have resulted in the isolation of numerous communities, with a major slip on State Highway 35 blocking access between Hicks Bay and Te Araroa.
Beyond the six fatalities in a Mount Maunganui landslide, the storms caused two more deaths in Papam…
Beyond the six fatalities in a Mount Maunganui landslide, the storms caused two more deaths in Papamoa and one additional fatality elsewhere, bringing the confirmed death toll to at least nine.
January 2026 — 49 developments
Coromandel's Mautohe Cathedral Cove tracks are set to reopen after geotechnical inspections, though visitors are urged to remain alert for rockfall, landslips, and debris.
Coromandel's Mautohe Cathedral Cove tracks are set to reopen after geotechnical inspections, though visitors are urged to remain alert for rockfall, landslips, and debris.
One person remains missing following two landslips in the Tauranga area, affecting Papamoa and Mt Maunganui.
One person remains missing following two landslips in the Tauranga area, affecting Papamoa and Mt Maunganui. The Prime Minister signaled a government inquiry into the tragedy and pledged $1.2 million in aid, with approximately 500 people displaced across the North Island.
Urgent work is underway to restore and strengthen transport links across the North Island, with crew…
Urgent work is underway to restore and strengthen transport links across the North Island, with crews assessing damage and clearing debris following widespread damage and state highway closures.
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui was temporarily paused due to fears of another slip but has since resumed.
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui was temporarily paused due to fears of another slip but has since resumed.
Specific details about the six victims of the Mount Maunganui landslide were released, identifying t…
Specific details about the six victims of the Mount Maunganui landslide were released, identifying them as two 15-year-old students, a literacy coordinator, two 71-year-old friends, and a Swedish national. Additionally, the Prime Minister issued an official statement regarding the Mount Maunganui landslide and other North Island weather events.
Nine people are now confirmed dead across the North Island following last week's deadly storms, an increase from previous reports.
Nine people are now confirmed dead across the North Island following last week's deadly storms, an increase from previous reports. Regions are currently recovering from widespread evacuations, flooding, and numerous landslides.
Police officially released the names of the six victims buried in the Mount Maunganui landslide, including their ages, professions, and nationalities.
Police officially released the names of the six victims buried in the Mount Maunganui landslide, including their ages, professions, and nationalities. The operation has formally shifted from search to recovery mode.
Recovery efforts for victims of the Mount Maunganui landslide were suspended on January 25 due to safety concerns after a crack was discovered at the site.
Recovery efforts for victims of the Mount Maunganui landslide were suspended on January 25 due to safety concerns after a crack was discovered at the site. Six people, including two teenagers, are presumed dead.
Evacuations are underway in Onepoto and parts of Te Araroa on New Zealand's East Coast, affecting approximately 30 houses due to ongoing landslide risks.
Evacuations are underway in Onepoto and parts of Te Araroa on New Zealand's East Coast, affecting approximately 30 houses due to ongoing landslide risks. Residents are relocating to stay with friends, family, or within the community.
Human remains have been discovered at the Mount Maunganui landslide site, with officials stating it is highly unlikely anyone survived.
Human remains have been discovered at the Mount Maunganui landslide site, with officials stating it is highly unlikely anyone survived. Additionally, some East Coast households have been evacuated due to significant landslide risks.
A massive landslide has collapsed a section of State Highway 35 on the East Cape, cutting off coastal communities between Pōtaka and Tikitiki.
A massive landslide has collapsed a section of State Highway 35 on the East Cape, cutting off coastal communities between Pōtaka and Tikitiki. Clearing the road is expected to take weeks.
The severe weather crisis affecting New Zealand's North Island was described as a 'one-in-a-hundred-…
The severe weather crisis affecting New Zealand's North Island was described as a 'one-in-a-hundred-year' event caused by an atmospheric river, displacing thousands and damaging infrastructure. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) warned that flooding and landslide dangers had not fully passed, with lingering effects expected.
Search efforts at the Mount Maunganui landslide site have been further hampered by a new 'partial' s…
Search efforts at the Mount Maunganui landslide site have been further hampered by a new 'partial' slip, leading to the suspension of searching in the affected northern sector due to safety concerns.
Residents in the Gisborne region received fake evacuation calls, which Tairāwhiti Emergency Management Office confirmed were not official and reported to authorities.
Residents in the Gisborne region received fake evacuation calls, which Tairāwhiti Emergency Management Office confirmed were not official and reported to authorities. There was no immediate flood risk to homes in the area.
Two additional fatalities, a grandmother and her grandson, were found dead in Papamoa, bringing the total number of deaths from the North Island heavy rains and landslides to six.
Two additional fatalities, a grandmother and her grandson, were found dead in Papamoa, bringing the total number of deaths from the North Island heavy rains and landslides to six. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described the situation as an "absolute tragedy."
Police are searching for a man swept away while attempting to cross a river, and a massive landslide…
Police are searching for a man swept away while attempting to cross a river, and a massive landslide has collapsed a section of State Highway 35 on the East Cape, requiring weeks of clearance work.
Two additional fatalities have been reported in the Mount Maunganui landslide, bringing the total number of deaths to four.
Two additional fatalities have been reported in the Mount Maunganui landslide, bringing the total number of deaths to four. The search for individuals buried in the landslide continues amid dangerous and unstable conditions.
Northland is experiencing a new round of heavy rains, leading to flooded homes, numerous slips, and over 300 evacuations, with orange heavy rain warnings in effect.
Northland is experiencing a new round of heavy rains, leading to flooded homes, numerous slips, and over 300 evacuations, with orange heavy rain warnings in effect. WorkSafe has also urged businesses in affected North Island areas to prioritize worker safety and postpone non-essential outdoor work.
The search for individuals buried in the Mount Maunganui landslide is expected to take days due to dangerous and unstable conditions.
The search for individuals buried in the Mount Maunganui landslide is expected to take days due to dangerous and unstable conditions.
The landslide at Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park, which occurred around 9:30 a.
The landslide at Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park, which occurred around 9:30 a.m. on January 22, caused damage to RVs, tents, vehicles, and a communal restroom, with the youngest missing teenager confirmed to be 15. Due to ongoing slip risks, Papamoa Hills Cultural Heritage Regional Park and Coromandel's Cathedral Cove have been closed, and Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty District Councils have issued eight red warnings.
Red rain warnings have been issued or remain in effect as heavy rain continues to impact the North Island, indicating the highest level of weather alert.
Red rain warnings have been issued or remain in effect as heavy rain continues to impact the North Island, indicating the highest level of weather alert.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) warned that flooding and landslide dangers have not fully passed in the upper North Island, with heavy rain expected to continue.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) warned that flooding and landslide dangers have not fully passed in the upper North Island, with heavy rain expected to continue. Additionally, New Zealand insurers have received hundreds of flood and land damage claims, with IAG reporting nearly 800.
Six people, including two teenagers, are now confirmed missing at Mount Maunganui.
Six people, including two teenagers, are now confirmed missing at Mount Maunganui. Additionally, the Welcome Bay landslide occurred at 4:50 AM on January 22, with two people escaping, and the man missing near Warkworth is identified as being in his 40s.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed active monitoring of the situation.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed active monitoring of the situation. Police Superintendent Tim Anderson stated that no sign of life has been detected for hours in the search for missing individuals at the Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park.
A state of emergency has been declared in areas like Bay of Plenty, with Tauranga receiving three months' worth of rain in a single day.
A state of emergency has been declared in areas like Bay of Plenty, with Tauranga receiving three months' worth of rain in a single day. Experts warn that the risk of further landslides remains high across New Zealand's North Island due to saturated ground and ongoing intense storms.
Four people have died due to flooding and landslides, and states of local emergency have been declar…
Four people have died due to flooding and landslides, and states of local emergency have been declared for Whangārei, Thames-Coromandel, Hauraki Districts, and the Bay of Plenty and Tairāwhiti regions. The severe weather on January 21 and 22 was attributed to the remnants of Tropical Disturbance 05F.
Police Superintendent Tim Anderson specified the number of missing individuals at Mount Maunganui is…
Police Superintendent Tim Anderson specified the number of missing individuals at Mount Maunganui is in the 'single figures', and emergency services are searching for a man swept away by floodwaters near Warkworth. Local states of emergency have been declared in five regions, with helicopters deployed for rooftop rescues, and widespread floodwaters cutting off towns and highways, prompting evacuations in low-lying areas.
The search for unaccounted individuals at the Mount Maunganui campground is set to continue overnight.
The search for unaccounted individuals at the Mount Maunganui campground is set to continue overnight. In the Papamoa landslide, one person was seriously injured, and thousands across the North Island remain without power.
An additional landslide occurred in Welcome Bay, Tauranga, resulting in two people missing and damage to at least one house.
An additional landslide occurred in Welcome Bay, Tauranga, resulting in two people missing and damage to at least one house. Furthermore, the upper North Island is bracing for a second round of heavy rains and potential flooding, with an orange heavy rain warning issued for Northland and Coromandel.
Rescue efforts included helicopters rescuing families from rooftops and seven individuals being rescued from a rooftop.
Rescue efforts included helicopters rescuing families from rooftops and seven individuals being rescued from a rooftop. Additionally, a man is reported missing near Waihi after being swept away in his vehicle.
Red heavy rain warnings across the North Island have been lifted as the tropical low-pressure system moves eastward, following record-breaking rainfall in some areas.
Red heavy rain warnings across the North Island have been lifted as the tropical low-pressure system moves eastward, following record-breaking rainfall in some areas. States of emergency were declared for Northland, Thames-Coromandel, Hauraki, and the Bay of Plenty.
Rescue efforts at the Mount Maunganui campsite landslide have not detected any signs of life for several hours, despite earlier reports of voices.
Rescue efforts at the Mount Maunganui campsite landslide have not detected any signs of life for several hours, despite earlier reports of voices.
Two people have been confirmed dead following a landslide in Papamoa, while emergency services are s…
Two people have been confirmed dead following a landslide in Papamoa, while emergency services are searching for several others, including children, who are missing after a landslide struck a campsite at Mount Maunganui and another hit a home in the Bay of Plenty. Emergency Minister Mark Mitchell described parts of the east coast as resembling a 'war zone.'
Severe storms triggered flooding, landslides, and evacuations across New Zealand's North Island starting January 21, 2026.
Severe storms triggered flooding, landslides, and evacuations across New Zealand's North Island starting January 21, 2026. A landslide in Welcome Bay killed two people, while another at Mount Maunganui left six missing. Authorities searched for a missing man swept away during a river crossing.
Thousands of homes across New Zealand's North Island are without power due to the severe weather, in addition to widespread damage and road closures caused by floodwaters and slips.
Thousands of homes across New Zealand's North Island are without power due to the severe weather, in addition to widespread damage and road closures caused by floodwaters and slips.
A family was forced to evacuate their home after a landslide struck neighbouring properties, completely flattening one house.
A family was forced to evacuate their home after a landslide struck neighbouring properties, completely flattening one house.
Parts of Northland have already received over 300 mm of rain since Sunday, with an additional 120 mm…
Parts of Northland have already received over 300 mm of rain since Sunday, with an additional 120 mm possible, while Coromandel has seen 150 to 200 mm in 24 hours, with further accumulations expected.
MetService forecasts that the severe wet weather, including intense downpours, is expected to continue across affected regions until at least Friday morning.
MetService forecasts that the severe wet weather, including intense downpours, is expected to continue across affected regions until at least Friday morning.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) urges the public to take the red weather warnings se…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) urges the public to take the red weather warnings seriously, highlighting the potential for further serious impacts on already recovering communities.
A search operation begins for a man swept away in his car while attempting to cross the Mahurangi River near Warkworth, north of Auckland.
A search operation begins for a man swept away in his car while attempting to cross the Mahurangi River near Warkworth, north of Auckland.
Evacuations are initiated or advised for residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas, with reports of homes affected and campers trapped by slips in regions like Northland.
Evacuations are initiated or advised for residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas, with reports of homes affected and campers trapped by slips in regions like Northland.
Widespread flooding and numerous landslides lead to extensive road closures across the North Island,…
Widespread flooding and numerous landslides lead to extensive road closures across the North Island, including major routes like State Highway 25 and 25A, isolating communities and disrupting travel.
Multiple districts, including Whangārei, Thames-Coromandel, Hauraki, and Bay of Plenty, declare states of local emergency due to the severe weather.
Multiple districts, including Whangārei, Thames-Coromandel, Hauraki, and Bay of Plenty, declare states of local emergency due to the severe weather.
Red Heavy Rain Warnings, the highest possible alert, are issued for Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Pl…
Red Heavy Rain Warnings, the highest possible alert, are issued for Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and northern Gisborne, citing a threat to life from dangerous river conditions, significant flooding, and landslides.
A subtropical low-pressure system moves over New Zealand, bringing widespread heavy rain and strong winds across the North Island, exacerbating already saturated ground conditions.
A subtropical low-pressure system moves over New Zealand, bringing widespread heavy rain and strong winds across the North Island, exacerbating already saturated ground conditions.
Auckland Emergency Management urged residents to stay updated and exercise caution as storm conditio…
Auckland Emergency Management urged residents to stay updated and exercise caution as storm conditions persisted on January 20, with numerous rain and wind watches and warnings for the upper North Island expected to last until early Thursday morning.
Around 80 campers in Northland were able to return home after being trapped by a massive slip, as communities in the region assess damage from heavy rains.
Around 80 campers in Northland were able to return home after being trapped by a massive slip, as communities in the region assess damage from heavy rains.
Five areas in the North Island, including Gisborne, Coromandel, Whangārei, Bay of Plenty, and Haurak…
Five areas in the North Island, including Gisborne, Coromandel, Whangārei, Bay of Plenty, and Hauraki District, are under precautionary states of emergency due to severe rain and widespread flooding. Two people are missing after a landslip in Papamoa, and helicopters are assisting those trapped on roofs.
MetService issues Orange Heavy Rain Warnings for Northland and Coromandel Peninsula, indicating a high likelihood of upgrading to Red Warnings as a tropical low approaches.
MetService issues Orange Heavy Rain Warnings for Northland and Coromandel Peninsula, indicating a high likelihood of upgrading to Red Warnings as a tropical low approaches.
April 2024 — 1 developments
Two people have died and several others are missing following severe weather, heavy rainfall, and strong winds across New Zealand's North Island.
Two people have died and several others are missing following severe weather, heavy rainfall, and strong winds across New Zealand's North Island. Emergency services are conducting search and rescue operations, but challenging conditions are hindering their efforts. Thousands of residents are without power, and numerous roads are closed due to slips and flooding, isolating some communities.