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
Expect 120 to 160 mm of rain about the eastern hills and Tararua Range, and 50 to 80 mm about the rest of Wairarapa. Intensities of 20 to 25 mm per hour about the hills and ranges, especially overnight Sunday to Monday. Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Low. Changes: Upgraded to Warning (Orange).
Area Inland Whanganui and Manawatu north of Marton, also Taihape
Expect 100 to 150 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 Manawatu and Taihape
Southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Area Hawke's Bay south of Waipukurau, the Ruahine Range and eastern Hawke's Bay hills from Cape Kidnappers southwards
Expect 100 to 140 mm of rain. Intensities of 20 to 30 mm per hour are possible, especially overnight Sunday to Monday. Changes: Upgraded to Warning (Orange). Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Low.
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 Gisborne/Tairawhiti south of Poverty Bay and Hawke's 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.
How to get your marae ready
1.Identify the risks to your marae
Every marae faces different risks depending on its location and surroundings.
Understanding these risks helps you plan for potential outcomes.
The Marae Emergency Preparedness Plan supports whānau, hapū, and iwi to think through possible impacts and who could help in an emergency.
Work through the plan to identify risks and decide what your marae will do.
2.Make a marae emergency plan
A marae emergency plan is developed by the marae, for the marae.
It helps everyone understand their role and how to work together during an emergency.
Plan outline
- Who provides leadership and makes decisions
- How to communicate with whānau and emergency services
- How the marae may support people during an emergency
- Evacuation and safety arrangements
Make sure the plan is written down, shared with key people, and kept up to date.
3.Prepare your people, place and supplies
Preparedness is about being ready in practical ways.
- Identify people with key skills and those who may need extra support
- Know how to manage utilities and keep buildings safe
- Have basic emergency supplies such as water, food, first aid, and communication tools
Being prepared before an emergency helps marae respond quickly and support their community when it matters most.