
Auckland floods: Council chief executive apologises over poor storm response
There was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.
There was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.
Temperatures overnight are expected to be 5C higher than normal for the month.
The worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.
The worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.
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But MetService says temperatures are warmer than usual for this time of year.
The tenant kept his window ajar for ventilation against mould and dampness.
It's looking like a return to cloudy weather next week with a possible scattering of rain.
Emails from the day of the record-breaking January floods have been released to RNZ.
A few dreary showers across the country will finish over the weekend as humidity returns.
The flood report tells Auckland's mayor and his council they all have to do better.
If a tornado is confirmed, it would be the fifth to strike the country in four days.
New Zealand has been hit by four tornadoes in three consecutive days.
Light showers and temperature highs of 22C and 23C ahead in this week's forecast.
CCTV footage of the tornado that tore through Paraparaumu. Video / HT Media NZ
Heavy rain and high winds could be damaging and make driving hazardous.
An Auckland man believes his dog sensed Sunday's tornado before it began.