09/04/2026
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Heads up Thames-Coromandel, Cyclone Vaianu is expected to move southwards across the North Island this Sunday. The Coromandel Peninsula and Great Barrier Island have been ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ .
The current track of the cyclone can be found at on the Metservice website.
โThe combination of damaging winds, heavy rain and coastal inundation makes this a multi-hazard, potentially life-threatening event. The locations of the most severe impacts associated with Cyclone Vaianu, such as power outages, falling trees, flooding, slips, road closures and isolated communities are highly dependent on the cyclone's track.
Please keep up to date with the latest forecasts, adjust plans as needed and be prepared to act, following all advice of local authorities.
๐ด ๐๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ - ๐๐๐
Area: Coromandel Peninsula and Great Barrier Island
Period: 13 hours from 5:00am Sun 12 Apr to 6:00pm Sun 12 Apr
Forecast: Severe gale easterlies changing to severe gale westerly Sunday afternoon, with damaging gusts of 140km/h. Note winds easing from the north during Sunday afternoon.
Impact: Threat to life from flying items and falling trees. Destructive winds will cause widespread damage including powerlines and roofs, with dangerous driving conditions and significant disruption to transport and power supply.
Action: Stay indoors or seek sturdy shelter away from trees. Avoid travel. Be ready for power and communication outages.
๐ ๐๐๐๐ฏ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ - ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ ๐
Area: Coromandel Peninsula, and Bay of Plenty west of Whakatane including Rotorua
Period: 14 hours from 2:00am Sun 12 Apr to 4:00pm Sun 12 Apr
Forecast: Expect 150 to 180 mm to accumulate, especially about the ranges. Peak intensities of 20 to 30 mm/hr Sunday morning and early afternoon. Note, in addition to the wind and rain, large swells and coastal inundation are likely.
Moderate chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.
