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River levels to rise to 16m in city
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to rise to 16m in city The Waikato River is expected to
reach the 16.0m mark in Hamilton as more water is released
from Karapiro today. The increase in river levels is as a
result of controlled release of pressure from Lake Karipiro,
in anticipation of continued pressure on Lake Taupo which is
currently at capacity. The increased levels may bring the
river level closer to residents land in the lower areas of
Ann St and Awatere Ave, however it is not expected to reach
property. Civil Defence advise that there is no need to
consider evacuation unless the river levels reach16.5m. At
16.1m the river will reach the road curb and some surface
road flooding is possible. Civil Defence continues to work
closely with Environment Waikato and Mighty River Power to
monitor river levels. Waikato Civil Defence Manager Paul
Blewman says that the release of excess water from Karipiro
is a carefully managed proactive measure in anticipation of
heavy rainfall forecast for Taupo on Friday which will put
further pressure on the river system. “We are continuing
to talk with residents and keep them informed of the
situation.” ends
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