If you encounter floodwaters around Auckland, here are some tips to help keep you safe:
- Call 111 if there is a risk to life or property.
- Be prepared to evacuate quickly if it becomes necessary, follow your emergency plan, take your emergency bag and pets with you if it is safe to do so.
- Surface flooding, restricted visibility and slips are possible during severe weather; avoid driving unless absolutely necessary.
- Be aware that cars, caravans and tree branches float and can become flood debris that causes damage.
- Do not try to walk or drive through floodwater. It may be contaminated and contain hidden objects that can hurt you.
- Move valuable or dangerous items as high as you can off the floor or out of the flood zone.
