Area Coromandel Peninsula,Waikato,Bay of Plenty,Rotorua,Taupo,Gisborne
An unstable and moist atmosphere brings a risk of thunderstorms to parts of the North Island today. For eastern parts of Coromandel Peninsula and Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Taupo, and northern Gisborne/Tairawhiti, there is also a moderate risk of localised downpours with rainfall rates of 25 to 40 mm/h until late evening. Note, Severe Weather Warnings and Watches for widespread heavy rain are also in force for some of these regions.
Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips.
Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain.
Area Wairarapa, Tararua District and the Tararua Range
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: High.
Area Inland Whanganui and Manawatu north of Marton, also Taihape
Expect 90 to 130 mm of rain. Peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h. Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Low.
Area Horowhenua and Kapiti Coast
Southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Area Whanganui
South to southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Area Gisborne/Tairawhiti south of Poverty Bay
Severe gale west to southwesterlies with damaging gusts of 130 km/h in exposed places, especially about the coast. Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Moderate.
Area Wairarapa and the Tararua District
Severe gale southwesterlies gusting 120 km/h in exposed places. Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Low.
Area Manawatu and Taihape
Southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Area Hawke's Bay west and south of Wairoa
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate. Changes: Timing for onset of heavy rain delayed.
How to get your household ready
1.Make a home emergency plan
A simple plan helps everyone know what to do if an emergency happens.
Think about everyday essentials like power, water, medication, transport, and food, and what you would do if they were not available.
Make sure your plan includes everyone in your household, including disabled people, older people, babies and young children, pets, and other animals.
Get started
Download these templates to create a plan with your whānau:
English Household Preparedness Plan
2.Tailor your plan
Talk through the details so everyone understands their role and what to do:
- Meeting points
Decide where you will meet during and after an emergency. Consider what happens if people are at work or school, or if roads are blocked. - Plan storage
Keep your plan somewhere safe and easy to find. Assign someone to keep it up to date. - Pets and livestock
Plan how you will care for animals during an emergency. - Utilities
Know how and when to turn off water, electricity, and gas. - Staying informed
Identify trusted information sources, such as local radio stations or official websites. - Immediate danger
If life or property is at risk, call 111. - Special needs
Consider anyone with disabilities, health conditions, or other specific requirements. Find helpful advice to support your preparation:
3.Emergency supplies
Being prepared to stay at home without services for several days is important.
Water
- Store enough water for at least three days (nine litres per person).
- This covers drinking and basic hygiene.
- Don’t forget water for pets.
Food
- Choose long-lasting food that does not require cooking, unless you have a camping stove or BBQ.
- Include food for babies, pets, and special dietary needs.
- Build your supply gradually and rotate food using a first-in, first-out system.
Other items
- Emergency toilet supplies (large bucket with lid or heavy-duty rubbish bags, toilet paper, disinfectant)
- Dust masks (P2 or N95) and work gloves
- Torch and spare batteries
- Solar- or battery-powered radio (or car radio)
- USB chargers or portable power banks
- Camping stove or BBQ
- First aid kit and essential medicines
- Pet supplies
- Can opener
If you rely on electricity for medical reasons, talk to your GP or medical provider about your emergency needs and plan.
4.Grab bag and car supplies
Grab bag
Be ready to leave quickly if you need to evacuate. Each household member should have their own grab bag with:
- Warm clothes, walking shoes, raincoat and hat
- Water, snacks and baby/pet food
- Medications, first aid kit, hand sanitiser
- Portable phone charger, torch, radio and batteries
- Copies of important documents (birth certificate, passport, marriage certificate, photo ID)
- Cash for emergencies
- Food for any special dietary needs
Car supplies
Prepare for emergencies while travelling:
- Keep emergency items in your vehicle, including warm clothing, food, water, a torch, a phone charger, and essential medicines.
- In winter or extreme conditions, add a shovel, brush, tyre chains, and windscreen scraper.
- Keep your fuel tank topped up as petrol stations may be unavailable during power cuts.
- Check weather and road conditions before and during travel.