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EMERGENCY MOBILE ALERT : Cyclone Vaianu will have widespread impacts. MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind warnings for Auckland and Great Barrier from Saturday evening.
11 Apr 2026 1:50pm
Strong Wind Warning - Red for Aotea Great Barrier Island for 20hrs from 10.00pm Sat to 6.00pm Sun
11 Apr 2026 10:25am
Severe gale easterlies changing to severe gale west to northwesterly Sunday afternoon, with damaging gusts of 130km/h. Note winds easing from the north during Sunday afternoon. Be prepared to shelter in place, stay indoors and away from trees. Avoid travel. Be ready for communication outages.
Strong Wind Warning - Orange for Auckland except Great Barrier Island for 20hrs from 10.00pm Sat to 6.00pm Sun
11 Apr 2026 10:25am
Severe gale east to southeasterlies about areas north of Orewa changing to severe gale west to southwesterly throughout the region early Sunday afternoon, gusting 130km/h in exposed places. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange for Auckland and Great Barrier - 17hrs from 9.00pm Sat to 2.00pm Sun
10 Apr 2026 9:10pm
Expect 80 to 110 mm of rain to accumulate. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm an hour.
Auckland Council’s hazard viewer is currently unavailable.
27 Feb 2026 4:40pm
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EMERGENCY MOBILE ALERT : Cyclone Vaianu will have widespread impacts. MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind warnings for Auckland and Great Barrier from Saturday evening.

Prepare now. Have a plan to shelter at home, deal with potential power outages, or evacuate if necessary.

Follow forecasts and do not wait for official warnings. Wind damage, flooding and landslides can occur at any time.  

Clear drains and gutters. Secure loose outdoor items. Boaties, expect large swells, check and secure vessels.

Your grab bag should include essential items like medication, warm clothes, important documents and supplies for babies and pets.

Delay all unnecessary travel on Sunday. Expect disruption to Auckland Harbour Bridge. Do not drive through floodwater. Phone 111 if life at risk. www.aem.govt.nz for more, including evacuation advice.