Tag: Mahurangi River
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Search Underway as Floodwaters Sweep Across NZ, One Missing
Rescue crews respond to Mahurangi River incident Heavy rain pummelled much of New Zealand, and emergency responders were dispatched in the early hours after a vehicle and its occupant were swept into floodwaters while attempting to cross a ford on the Mahurangi River, north of Auckland. Warkworth’s chief fire officer Nick McLean said crews were…
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Person Missing After Floodwaters Sweep Vehicle Down Mahurangi River North of Auckland
Overview Heavy rainfall across much of New Zealand has intensified flooding, and authorities say a person is missing after their vehicle was swept into the Mahurangi River north of Auckland. The incident occurred while attempting to cross a ford during a deluge that has swamped roads and rivers in the region. What Happened The call…
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Person Missing as Floodwaters Survive Storms in North Auckland region
Heavy rains spark flood warnings across North Auckland Bracing gusts and relentless downpours have battered much of New Zealand, triggering flood warnings and forcing residents to seek higher ground. In the north of Auckland, a river crossing turned deadly as floodwaters surged, washing a vehicle and its occupant away. Emergency services were dispatched early this…