The heavy rain and wind is set to continue until around 6pm this evening. We'll keep you updated throughout the day with everything you need to know.
Drive with care as you move about today and be in touch if there's something our crews need to sort on 07 306 0500, non-urgent jobs can be logged via our Fix It Portal.
Forecast
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Period: 18hrs from 1am - 7pm Fri, 4 Apr
Area: Coromandel Peninsula and Bay of Plenty west of Whakatane
Forecast: Expect 90 to 120 mm of rain with the largest accumulations about the ranges. Peak rates of 15 to 20 mm/h expected. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously. Preparedness advice.
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Period: 22hrs from 6am Fri, 4 Apr - 4am Sat, 5 Apr
Area: Bay of Plenty from Whakatane eastwards and Gisborne north of Ruatoria
Forecast: Expect 130 to 180 mm of rain inland and about the ranges with lesser amounts near the coast. Peak rates of 15 to 20 mm/h expected about the ranges. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously. Preparedness advice.