At 4:47 pm on Thursday 10 July 2025, Tasman Mayor Tim King declared a State of Emergency for the Nelson Tasman region. This is a pre-emptive step, due to the existing conditions in the region, following the recent severe weather.

The declaration ensures that the response to any incoming weather tomorrow can be swift, to try and minimise the impact to people and property.

Nelson Tasman Emergency Management has been activated and will be monitoring the incoming weather. The weather front is expected to reach the Nelson Tasman region tomorrow from 9:00 am, with the worst of the weather expected around midday. This includes heavy rainfall and potentially strong winds.

People are being asked to be ready for the incoming weather and should make plans today before the weather arrives tomorrow.

Stock should be moved to higher ground, and people should keep clear of waterways as they could rise rapidly if heavy rainfall was to occur. Care needs to be taken around trees, as there is the chance of trees toppling with strong winds and the existing sodden ground conditions. It is recommended that people stay off the roads and avoid unnecessary travel, as road conditions will be slippery.

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