Now that the Mayor of Auckland has announced a state of emergency, the Government, through NEMA, is able to step up support for those affected by flooding in Auckland.

“Staff from NEMA and the New Zealand Defence Force have been deployed to assist in the response,” Minister for Emergency Management Kieran McAnulty said.

“NEMA has been closely monitoring this event and has activated the National Coordination Centre in the Beehive to coordinate further assistance to the response.

“I’d urge people to follow the advice of authorities and check Auckland Emergency Management for the latest information. As always, the Government will assist as needed.

“I’d like to acknowledge all the agencies whose staff are working hard to manage the impacts of this severe weather. Stay safe and call 111 if you or anyone else is in danger.”

Auckland Emergency Management has opened a Civil Defence Centre to assist those that have been displaced or need assistance following today’s severe weather. The centre is open now and is based at Saint Leonards Road School, 15 St. Leonards Road, Kelston.

Auckland Emergency Management advises that people keep up to date with the latest travel advice by following Auckland Transport on Twitter @AT_TravelAlerts and by checking the Waka Kotahi website.

• To report flooding, damage to drains, or stormwater issues, please log you issue online at https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-problem/Pages/report-a-problem.aspx
• If your life is at risk, phone 111
• If you need urgent accommodation assistance, phone 0800 22 22 00.

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