Update 11 April 2026 <\/p>\n
Civil Defence Centres to open at 9pm Saturday for urgent shelter\u00a0<\/p>\n
Auckland Emergency Management will open five Civil Defence Centres at 9pm this evening to support those in need in T\u0101maki Makaurau.\u00a0<\/p>\n
These centres will provide emergency shelter for anyone who has become displaced and cannot shelter with friends or wh\u0101nau overnight.\u00a0<\/p>\n
If you need to evacuate or seek shelter, please make your way to one of our Civil Defence Centres which will be open from 9pm on Saturday 11 April. \u00a0
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\u201cIn preparation for what we expect to be a windy and wet night across the region, we are taking the precaution of offering centres where we have identified potential need,\u201d says Auckland Emergency Management Duty Controller Sarah Le Claire.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are prepared to open in other location if the need arises.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
These centres will offer shelter and light snacks (tea, coffee and biscuits), and some basic sleeping options like inflatable mattresses. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Pack warm clothing, essential items like medicines, baby and children\u2019s items, including books and games, as well as special food items. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Please try to arrange alternative care for pets but if this is not possible, remember to bring supplies for them. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
All Civil Defence Centres are wheelchair accessible, and a small number of pets can be accommodated. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Civil Defence Centre locations \u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Ostend Hall, Waiheke Island – Belgium Street, Ostend, Waiheke Island \u00a0\u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Wellsford Community Centre – 1 Matheson Road, Wellsford\u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Shoesmith Hall – Shoesmith Street and Brown Road, Warkworth\u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Helensville War Memorial Hall – 2 Porter Crescent, Helensville (supported by the local Community Response Group) \u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Ellen Melville Centre, 2 Freyberg Place, Auckland Central.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Please do not arrive before 9pm.\u00a0
Call 111 if there is an immediate threat to life or property. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Travel advice \u00a0 For further updates\u00a0 Keep up-to-date with the latest MetService forecast and all current watches or warnings by downloading the MetService app from the App Store or Google Play, or visit the MetService website.\u00a0<\/p>\n ENDS\u00a0<\/p>\n ————————————————————————————————-<\/p>\n Update 11 April 2026<\/p>\n Auckland Emergency Management continues to urge Aucklanders to get prepared and have a plan ahead of Cyclone Vaianu arriving in Aotearoa New Zealand.<\/p>\n Auckland and Aotea Great Barrier Island are currently under three weather warnings \u2013 keep up-to-date with the latest MetService forecast and all current watches or warnings by downloading the MetService app from the App Store or Google Play, or visit the MetService website.<\/a><\/p>\n Prepare your home<\/p>\n If you or your property are in danger at any time, phone 111 \u2013 don\u2019t wait, natural warnings need to be acted on immediately.<\/p>\n Get ready for power outages:<\/p>\n Strong winds bring down trees and can cause power outages. You can prepare your property ahead of time by:<\/p>\n Checking drains and gutters to ensure they aren\u2019t blocked. Have a plan and a grab bag<\/p>\n Consider where you might go if you need to leave home in a hurry. Have the talk and make a plan with wh\u0101nau and friends about what you would do and where you would go if it is unsafe to shelter in place.\u00a0<\/p>\n Have a grab bag<\/a> prepped and ready with essentials like:<\/p>\n Medication Delay unnecessary travel<\/p>\n Plan your travel carefully and consider whether your travel this weekend is essential. Auckland Council services<\/p>\n Sports fields around the Auckland region will remain open for activities to take place on Saturday 11 April \u2013 but all fields will be closed throughout the day on Sunday 12 April. Visit the Auckland Council website<\/a>\u00a0for more information.\u00a0<\/p>\n Advice for boaties<\/p>\n Check your boat before the bad weather arrives. Stay informed<\/p>\n Keep up-to-date on the latest information from official sources and trusted channels.
Please delay all unnecessary travel on Sunday and
Visit Auckland Transport for the latest road closures and disruptions: Severe Weather: Flooding and Road Incidents April 2026<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Follow us on Twitter – @AucklandCDEM<\/a> \u00a0
\u2022 \u00a0 \u00a0Visit our website – aucklandemergencymanagement.govt.nz<\/a> or aem.govt.nz<\/a> \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\nMake sure you’ve got a torch and batteries.
\nKeep your phone and power banks charged.
\nHave a battery-operated radio (remember, your car radio can be an alternative).<\/p>\n
\nClearing tree branches, leaves and debris \u2013 these can cause flooding issues during heavy rain.
\nPutting away or tying down any loose outdoor furniture and trampolines in case of high winds.<\/p>\n
\nWarm clothes and sturdy shoes
\nChargers
\nSnacks and water
\nAnd remember babies and pets\u2019 needs too.<\/p>\n
\nMake sure you drive to the conditions and never drive through floodwaters or over slips.
\nDrivers should expect the Auckland Harbour Bridge may need to be fully closed if wind gusts get too high. It is also likely that there will be lane closures and reduced speed limits in place.
\nCheck for real time updates before you travel on the NZTA Highway conditions page:\u202fHighway conditions for Auckland | NZTA Journey Planner.<\/a>
\nAllow extra time when travelling on public transport during severe weather in case there are delays during your journey. Before taking public transport check the live departures feature in the\u202fAT Mobile app<\/a>.
\nPostpone remote walks and recreational activities at our parks and beaches until after the weekend.
\nThe forecast is predicting large swells and high energy waves. These conditions are not ideal for boating or shore fishing.<\/p>\n
\nThose who have booked to stay overnight at any of Auckland\u2019s regional parks this weekend are being advised to stay at home and are being offered full refunds.
\nT\u0101wharanui campground, Te Haruhi Bay campground, and Tunnel Point campground will be closed this weekend.
\nFor tree damage on public land, go to the council\u2019s website and \u2018report a problem\u2019 online.
\nReport stormwater issues and flooding to the council on 09 301 0101.<\/p>\n
\nSecure sails and loose items on deck.
\nCheck condition of mooring lines and run extra lines and if necessary, consider removing your boat if on a mooring in an exposed mooring zone.
\nKeep a close watch on the weather forecast.<\/p>\n
\nStay up to date with weather forecasts and check AT and NZTA\u2019s journey planners for any public transport and roading disruption.
\nVisit the AEM website<\/a>\u00a0for the latest information, and advice on getting your household prepared for an emergency \u2013 you can also visit the Get Ready website<\/a>.
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