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West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management7 hours ago
Good morning everyone.
Good news RAIN WARNINGS CANCELLED FOR THE WEST COAST

MetService has just issued the following at 0919am this morning:

MetService Severe Weather Warnings
Situation
A complex trough accompanied by a strong moist northerly flow moves east across the country today. This system is bringing heavy rain and strong winds, with the heaviest rain expected to affect the eastern Bay of Plenty. Heavy rain has affected the The Tasman/Nelson districts but the rain there should ease later this morning. Warnings and Watches are in force for heavy rain and strong winds. Please stay up to date with the latest forecasts.
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Heavy Rain Warning for Buller - Orange
Heavy Rain Warning for Grey, Westland - Orange

Westland District Council - Te Kahui o Poutini Grey District Council Buller Emergency Managementy West Coast Regional Council Buller District Council

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West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management19 hours ago
๐ŸŒง๏ธ Good evening, Coasters ๐ŸŒง๏ธ

MetService have just issued their latest heavy rain warning.
Rain is continuing to impact much of the region and will continue through the night.

Surface flooding is widespread across the entire region.
๐Ÿš— If you donโ€™t need to travel, please stay home.

If travel is essential, drive with extreme cautionโ€”reduce your speed and be prepared to stop. Weโ€™ve had reports of flooding, fallen trees and debris on several roads.

๐ŸŒ™ Our team is actively monitoring this weather event overnight.
๐Ÿ“ž In an emergency, call 111.

๐Ÿ“ฑ For non-urgent assistance, contact our Duty Officer on 03 769 9323

Stay safe, stay dry, and stay home.
West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management1 day ago
** WESTLAND DISTRICT **
SH6 HAAST TO LAKE MOERAKI โ€“ SEVERE WEATHER โ€“ 3:25PM, THU 3 APR

Due to forecast severe weather conditions, SH6 between Haast and Lake Moeraki will be CLOSING overnight, Thursday 3 April, from 7pm to 8am Friday 4 April, subject to inspections.

For information on State highways, please head to https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions
West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management1 day ago
โ„น BULLER DISTRICT:
โ— Most of the freedom camp areas have been closed. Please adhere to any closure signage.
โ— Department of Conservation have advised people not to go onto the tracks.

ALL OTHER CAMPERS AND WEST COAST AREAS:
๐Ÿ”ผ PRIORITISE your safety during heavy rain.
๐Ÿ”ผ AVOID camping near rivers, streams and the sea, as rising water levels can create hazardous conditions.
๐Ÿ”ผ PLAN AHEAD: If weather conditions worsen, be prepared to relocate to a safer area promptly.
๐Ÿ”ผ STAY INFORMED: Keep up with weather updates and road conditions.
State Highways: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions
Weather updates: https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home
West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management1 day ago
Good morning Buller,โ€‹

Civil Defence is closely monitoring the situation regarding the
imminent weather event and has partially activated the Emergency
Operations Centre (EOC). We will continue to assess the situation
throughout the day and overnight and will fully activate the centre if
necessary. Rest assured, we will keep you updated as the situation
develops.โ€‹

You can stay informed by keeping up to date with the latest
information by following MetService for weather information and
Waka Kotahi for road conditions. โ€‹

Civil Defence community groups are aware of the situation and will be
participating in ongoing briefings throughout the day.โ€‹

Please exercise caution on the roads and take care of your pets and
livestock. โ€‹

โ€‹If you have any concerns or notice anything unusual, please take a
photo and email it to us at bdc.intel@bdc.govt.nz.โ€‹

Stay safe, everyone!
West Coast Emergency Management
West Coast Emergency Management1 day ago
Morning everyone.
MetService has issued an Orange Rain Warning for Westland, Buller, and now also the Grey Distict. See the latest on the Metservice website.
Westland District Council - Te Kahui o PoutiniGrey District CouncilBuller Emergency ManagementWest Coast Regional Council
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