Prepare now – Kaipara District mayor issues cyclone warning to residents

Kaipara District Council is stepping up preparations ahead of a potential hit from Cyclone Vaianu this Sunday, urging residents to get ready now as watches remain in place. A Heavy Rain Watch and Strong Wind Watch are in force for Northland from Saturday through to Sunday, with the possibility of escalation as forecasts firm up. Council crews are already clearing drains and debris, with emergency teams on standby, as Mayor Jonathan Larsen warns early preparation will be critical for both the council and the community. “We don’t yet know exactly what Cyclone Vaianu will bring, but preparing ear...