Auckland Emergency Management

29/08/2026

UPDATE SUNDAY | Falls Road is open.

Kia ora Tāmaki Makaurau
🌧FLOODING Falls Road, Warkworth: the flood alert system on the Mahurangi River at Falls Road near Warkworth has activated. Please avoid taking Falls Road, particularly the sections where the road fords the river or that are typically affected by flooding.

Stay safe - never drive through floodwaters.

Rodney Local Board Auckland Transport

28/08/2026

Good morning Tāmaki Makaurau, AEM's General Manager Adam Maggs has popped into the office this morning to help monitor today's Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the Auckland region. He's got a few tips and reminders for staying safe this wet weekend.

Keep following MetService New Zealand for updates and, if you haven't already, download the MetService app and switch on watch and warning notifications.

Stay safe everyone 🌧️☔

27/08/2026

Update 2: Kia ora Auckland, MetService New Zealand have updated the Heavy Rain Warning and reduced the time period.

🕒From 9am Saturday 29 August until 11pm Saturday 29 August (12 hours)

☔On top of what has already fallen, expect 20 to 40 mm of rain, mainly in eastern areas, possibly more in localised downpours. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h, but possibly 25 to 40 mm/hr in downpours.

Stay updated on the latest conditions: https://www.metservice.com/

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Update 1: Kia ora Auckland, Metservice have updated the Heavy Rain Watch to a Heavy Rain Warning - Orange🟧 🌧☔️ for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island.

🕒 From 9am Saturday 29 August until 2am Sunday 30 August (17 Hours).

Expect 60 to 100 mm of rain, possibly more in localised downpours. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h, but possible 25 to 40 mm/hr in downpours mainly from this evening. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
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Kia ora Auckland, MetService New Zealand has issued a Heavy Rain Watch 🌧☔️ for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island.

🕒 From 9am to Midnight Saturday 29 August (15 hours).

Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria and possibly exceed them in localised areas if downpours occur. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.

Stay updated on the latest conditions: https://www.metservice.com/

• Check your drains and gutters to ensure they aren’t blocked. These can cause flooding issues during heaving rain.
• Take extreme care if you are driving in heavy rain, and delay trips if possible. Do not drive through flood water.
• Report flooding and blocked stormwater drain on 09 301 0101
• If your life or property is at risk, phone 111.

26/08/2026

🏘️ Buying, selling, or just curious about landslides in your area?

Auckland Council released regional landslide susceptibility maps last year - helping us understand where landslides are more likely to occur across the region as severe weather becomes more frequent.

Since then, council has had questions from property owners, buyers, and industry groups - so here's a refresher on what the maps do (and don't) mean:

🗺️ The maps provide a regional picture of where landslides may be more likely - they're not designed to assess risk for individual properties, or predict when a landslide will happen.

💡 These maps were created to support long-term planning and growth decisions, helping guide development away from more susceptible areas.

🤔 This helps people decide whether further investigation, like checking property files for existing geotechnical assessments, or getting professional, site-specific advice is needed.

👉 Read the full story and check out the FAQs on OurAuckland:

As severe weather becomes more common, understanding where landslides are more likely to occur is becoming increasingly important.  

12/08/2026

Update 2: Thunderstorm Warning for Auckland has been lifted ⛈️
Sleep well, whānau. 🌙
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Update 1: Thunderstorm Warning ⛈️

At Midnight, MetService weather radar detected a line of severe thunderstorms lying from WARKWORTH to MATAKANA to OMAHA.

This line of severe thunderstorms is moving towards the south and is expected to lie from PUHOI to WARKWORTH at 12:30 am and from SILVERDALE to OREWA to INNER HAURAKI GULF at 01:00 am.

Keep updated with the latest forecast on the MetService New Zealand website

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Kia Ora Auckland,

⛈️At 11:07 pm, MetService weather radar detected a line of severe thunderstorms lying from LEIGH to PAKIRI to WELLSFORD.

This line of severe thunderstorms is moving towards the south-southeast and is expected to lie from MATAKANA to WARKWORTH at 11:37 pm and from WHANGAPARAOA to OREWA at 12:07 am.

These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain.

Torrential rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.

Some friendly reminders:
☔ Stay alert as we’ve got potential for localised heavy downpours, strong winds and even the low risk of a small tornado. Look out for surface and flash flooding and remember NEVER drive, walk or play in floodwaters.
👍Keep updated with the latest forecast on the MetService New Zealand website or download the app from Google Play or the App Store. There’s a new feature in the app - you can turn on Severe Weather alerts to now get notifications for ALL watches and warnings. Just go to Notifications > Severe Weather, switch it on, and choose your location.
❗️As always, to report stormwater issues and flooding to the council call 09 301 0101. If your life or property is in danger, call 111 immediately.
Take care out there!

10/08/2026

Update 4: Thursday 13 Aug
MetService has now lifted the Heavy Rain Watch - Cancelled
Sleep well, whānau. 🌙
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Update 3: Wednesday 12 Aug
🌧 Heavy Rain Watch - Orewa, including Great Barrier Island.

The watch period is now 6 hours, effective from 8pm Wed 12 Aug to 2am Thu 13 Aug.
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Update 2: Wednesday 12 Aug
🌧 Heavy Rain Watch - Auckland north of Orewa, including Great Barrier Island.

The watch period is now 15 hours, effective from 10am Wed 12 Aug to 1am Thu 13 Aug.
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Update 1: Tuesday 11 Aug
🌧 Heavy Rain Watch - Auckland north of Orewa, including Great Barrier Island.

The watch period is now 15 hours, effective from 11am Wed 12 Aug to 2am Thu 13 Aug.
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🌧 Heavy Rain Watch - Auckland north of Orewa including Great Barrier Island.
🕒 From 11am Wed 12 Aug to 1am Thu 13 Aug (14 hours).
Surface flooding, and difficult driving conditions possible.

We still have some time before this weather system arrives, so here are a few key preparedness tips. Even if impacts are localised, it’s important to be prepared.

✅ Severe Weather Preparedness
• Clear drains and gutters before rain arrives

✅ Travel & Safety
• Allow extra time and drive to conditions
• Watch for flooding, and poor visibility
• Do not drive through floodwater
• Be cautious around streams and rivers (rapid rises)

Stay informed and let us know what you’re seeing:
• Conditions can change so stay updated on the latest conditions: Weather Warnings & Watches | MetService New Zealand
• To check for road closures and delays on state highways: Auckland | NZTA Journey Planner https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner
• You can seek information about rainfall and river levels: Data - Environment Auckland https://environmentauckland.org.nz/
• Report fallen trees on public property on Auckland Council Report a Problem tool: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-problem/Pages/report-a-problem.aspx
• Report flooding and blocked stormwater drain on 09 301 0101
• If your life or property is at risk, phone 111.

29/07/2026

There's been no shortage of shaky moments across the country recently.

Over 22,000 "Felt It" reports were submitted to GeoNet for the Taumarunui earthquake last weekend, with plenty of us right here in Tāmaki Makaurau feeling it too.

While unsettling, it's a good reminder that earthquakes can happen without warning, and an opportunity to make sure you know what to do when the unexpected happens.

Registrations for the national ShakeOut are open now, with the self-run drill taking place on Wednesday 21 October - the perfect chance to practice what to do during an earthquake: Drop, Cover and Hold.

It's super easy to take part:

📝 Register your household, school, or workplace at getready.govt.nz/sign-up
🌎 On Shakeout Day, Drop, Cover and Hold for 30-60 seconds.
🌊 If you’re in a tsunami evacuation zone, practice your hīkoi (evacuation) by moving to the nearest high ground, or as far inland as you can.
👉 Learn more and register today at getready.govt.nz – it only takes a minute, and you'll also be in the draw to win one of over 100 prizes!

24/07/2026

Morning Auckland!
It was a bit of a rude wake-up call for our southerly neighbours this morning, with a 5.8 quake occurring south-west of Taumarunui at 4:51 am.
Some of you may have felt this, but overall, this event doesn't pose much risk to Tāmaki Makaurau.
If you want to learn more about this earthquake and where it was felt, you can find more detailed information from our friends at GeoNet below.

Stay safe out there, folks! Remember:
✅ If you're in the area and are in danger, call 111 immediately.
✅ Be ready to drop, cover, hold and when in bed, cover your head - for any aftershocks.
✅ Check yourself for injuries and get first aid if necessary. Help others if you can.
✅ Listen to local radio stations for official advice.

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23/07/2026

Update #3

Good evening, Auckland,

The weather has eased, and at 7.39 pm, MetService lifted the Strong Wind Watch in place for Auckland and Aotea Great Barrier Island.

There could be a bit of heavy rain first thing tomorrow, but nothing to be too concerned about.

Stay warm and dry all!

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Update #2

Good morning Auckland,

MetService have issued another update to their earlier Strong Wind Watch, revising the timing of this event from 8am to 7pm.

Please see below for more details, and be sure to check https://www.metservice.com/ for more information.
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Update #1

Good evening Tāmaki Makaurau,
MetService have issued an update to their earlier Strong Wind Watch. The timing of this watch now runs for 9 hours, from 10am to 7pm.

Please see below for more details, and be sure to check https://www.metservice.com/ for more information.
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💨 Strong Wind Watch
🕒 From 11am Saturday 25 July to 7pm Saturday 25 July (8 hours).
Southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.

We still have some time before this weather system arrives, so here are a few key preparedness tips. Even if impacts are localised, it’s important to be prepared.

✅ Severe Weather Preparedness
• Clear drains and gutters before rain arrives
• Prepare for possible power outages
• Ensure food, water, and medications are stocked
• Boaties: secure vessels and check moorings
✅ Travel & Safety
• Allow extra time and drive to conditions
• Watch for flooding, debris, slips, and poor visibility
• Do not drive through floodwater
• Be cautious around streams and rivers (rapid rises)
✅ Weather Hazards
• Strong winds may cause tree fall, power line damage

Stay informed and let us know what you’re seeing:
• Conditions can change so stay updated on the latest conditions: Weather Warnings & Watches MetService New Zealand
• To check for road closures and delays on state highways: Auckland | NZTA Journey Planner
• You can seek information about rainfall and river levels: Data - Environment Auckland
• Report fallen trees on public property on Auckland Council Report a Problem tool: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-problem/Pages/report-a-problem.aspx
• Report flooding and blocked stormwater drain on 09 301 0101
• If your life or property is at risk, phone 111.

Stay safe out there, Aucklanders

16/07/2026

Good evening Tāmaki Makaurau,

Earlier this evening (9.14pm) there was a 5.9 magnitude earthquake near Fiordland in the South Island. The National Emergency Management Agency has issued advice for the West Coast from Milford Sound to Puysegur Point.

There are currently no threats or concerns for the Auckland region but we will continue to monitor the situation. Our thoughts are with those down south affected by tonight’s quake.

Follow NZ Civil Defence for further information.

Take care everyone.