Home / New ZealandWeather live updates: New Zealanders under states of emergency brace for impact as storm worsensNZ Herald15 Feb, 2026 10:27 AMQuick ReadSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditMetService severe weather warning: Sunday, February 15, 2026. Video / MetServiceLoad moreAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditLatest from New ZealandNew ZealandTwo Auckland players share $1m prize as Powerball jackpot climbs to $5m25 Apr 08:18 AMNew ZealandKayaker clinging to life rescued after two hours in dark harbour waters25 Apr 08:07 AMNew ZealandHydraulic issue forces Air NZ Auckland-Gisborne flight to turn back25 Apr 07:05 AMSponsoredEndangered bird gets another chance21 Apr 02:30 AMAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.