Cyclone Vaianu updates

Weather warnings

UPDATED 3pm Monday 13 April

MetService New Zealand has advised that Cyclone Vaianu has now moved away to the southeast of the North Island. All cyclone-related weather warnings and watches for the Taupō District have been lifted.

A separate heavy rain watch is currently in place for the western side of the Taupō District until 8pm on Monday 13 April.

All our landfill and transfer station facilities in the district reopened on Monday 13 April.

For council assistance or to report an issue (fallen tree or slip on a local road), call us 24-7 on 07 376 0899.

If life, health or property is at risk, call 111.

Stay up to date with the latest weather warnings and watches at MetService New Zealand.

Essential preparation checklist

If you haven’t already, it's a good idea to take a few simple steps around home to get ready for storms or natural disasters:

If a strong wind warning is in place, bring in or secure outdoor items like bins, furniture and trampolines
Clear gutters and drains
Check you have the basics at home: food, water, torches and batteries
Charge phones and devices
Make a simple plan for your household, pets, and farm animals
Check on your neighbours who might need a hand.

Getting organised early helps everyone feel more prepared if the weather changes.

Find practical tips at getready.govt.nz

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