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Kapiti flooding: Emergency Management Centre fully activated


Kapiti flooding: Emergency Management Centre fully activated

Rivers are running high and the Wharemaukau Stream in Raumati is close to bursting its banks. Some evacuations are now being considered

We are preparing to activate welfare centres, as required

Residents are advised to stay away from Rivers and footbridges

State Highway 1 is closed south of Ihakara Street, Paraparaumu due to surface flooding. This is expected to be the case for some

Paekākāriki Hill road is also closed due to debris on the road

Valley Road, Emerald Glen Road and Waterfall Road in Raumati/Paraparaumu have been closed because of debris on the roads.

Trains have stopped running

People are advised to postpone any unnecessary travel

Council teams are offering sandbags to affected households.

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