Self-evacuations as West Coast roads flood amid heavy rain, wind warnings
MetService says teams are preparing emergency centres ahead of severe weather.
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Treacherous travel as heavy rain and snow batters South Island
Surface flooding and slips prompt warnings to stay off the roads in some parts.
MetService National Weather: October 25th - 28th
MetService National Weather: October 25th - 28th. Video / MetService
'Almost all of New Zealand' to experience rain as motorists flock to holiday spots
Police have warned motorists to drive safe this Labour weekend after six deaths last year.
Heavy traffic delays expected as motorists flock to long weekend holiday spots
Auckland roading hotspots are expected to be heavily congested this afternoon.
Meteorologist says Hawke’s Bay is the place to be this weekend
As the A&P show wraps up attention turns to the rest of the long weekend.
Power cuts, slips in Lower North Island as wild weather strikes the country
Cold temperatures are forecast to plague much of the South Island.
Watch: 'Severe' Wellington gales cancel flights, strong gusts blast ferry in harbour
A total of 23 flights have been cancelled in and out of Wellington Airport.
Weather warnings for North and South islands
Gusts up to 120km/h may hit parts of the lower North Island, heavy rain batters the south.
Weather outlook: Saturday the soggiest in a rain-spoiled Labour Weekend
Labour weekend forecast holds little for Kiwis who'd hoped for some mid-spring sunshine.
Rain to dampen Labour weekend for much of the country
'A lot of the country had a good weekend last weekend, it’s not going to repeat.'
South Island braces for downpours, half a metre of rain could fall at altitude
A heavy rain watch has already been issued for Fiordland.
Homeowners warned over potential flooding hot spots
More than $9 million has been budgeted for stormwater improvement in Whangamatā.
Long-range weather outlook: Is NZ in for a rain-soaked Labour weekend?
A subtropical pulse may deliver NZ a damp end to October. Does La Nina still loom beyond?
More moisture, more severe: Scientist’s prediction for future ex-tropical cyclones
A top climate scientist says damaging storms will become more intense.
'Devastated': Mum and three daughters living out of suitcase after floods
Krystal Brens' home was severely damaged due to flooding and slips.
Gisborne's water usage doubles; council gives tips for conservation
'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.
Thunder, hail, heavy showers tipped for Auckland evening commute; wind warning for Harbour Bridge
The first week of term four kicks off on a wet note for most of the North Island.
Risk of thunderstorms, hail for parts of NZ tomorrow
Students may have a wet start to the first day of term.
Weeks after Hurricane Helene, many remain missing in the mountains
An uncertain number of victims remain unaccounted for after Hurricane Helene.
Solar tsunamis: New Zealand plans for potential ‘major infrastructure failure’
It's a matter of 'when, not if' the Earth is hit hard by extreme space weather.
Why Tairāwhiti needs a specialist emergency response team
Initiative will make region 'one of the most well-resourced' in NZ.
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Kiwi and husband huddled in closet as Hurricane Milton tore through
Kelsey Roemhildt has lived in Tampa, Florida, with her husband since July 2022.
Hurricane Milton destruction: At least 13 dead, 100 Kiwis caught up
The National Hurricane Centre warned of 'life-threatening storm surge and extreme winds'.
Hurricane Milton: 10 dead with more casualties expected
Millions affected by Hurricane Milton in Florida, which has caused catastrophic flooding and damage. 10 dead with more casualties expected. Video / AFP
Catastrophic flooding, homes destroyed: Deadly storm smashing Florida weakens to Category 1
More than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.
Meteorologist's tearful warning: Hurricane Milton fueled by climate change
Climate scientists link stronger storms to global warming, warning of increased risks.
'The storm is here': Hurricane Milton starts making landfall
More than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.
Hurricane Milton update from Orlando
AFP correspondent Daniel Stublen gives an update on Hurricane Milton from Orlando, Florida. Video / NZ Herald
Hurricane Milton hits and Police cut jobs | Focus Morning Bulletin October 10, 2024
Air New Zealand staffer sacked after bypassing Customs queue, Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida and why police are cutting more than 100 jobs.
Mum of 6 says she can’t flee Milton: ‘We don’t have the money’
Many in Florida face similar dilemma as Milton approaches; fuel shortages rise.
Emergency management roadmap due early next year
The roadmap will precede new emergency management legislation.
Deadliest storm in 100 years: MFAT’s advice for Kiwi travellers in Florida
70 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Florida as Category 5 storm hits state.
What we know about the 'elevated' cyclone risk in NZ
Northern New Zealand is at normal to higher-than-normal risk of a tropical cyclone.