Today is Auckland Anniversary Day (observed) and the ⛵️ regatta – one of the world’s largest – is cancelled for only the second time since 1840. The other occasion was in 1900 during the South African War so this is a mystery: 'Flagship of the Auckland Regatta, SS Atua, 1900.' 👻 https://t.co/AHQ04VyE1N
The science behind this extreme weather event in Tāmaki Makaurau is fascinating, but not so fascinating for Auckland Anniversary Day plans. MOTAT will remain closed today, while emergency management advises avoiding unnecessary travel. Stay safe everyone!
Image: 05-1687MOTAT https://t.co/RwevIOjAXC
Live: Flooding fears for Auckland as severe thunderstorm warnings issued; 60mm of rain recorded in hour https://t.co/jeyX1JwlZ7 https://t.co/DbaDvMBhla
SH1 Southbound near Albany, Auckland this evening. Due to significant weather conditions and flooding also affecting staffs' homes, stores may have to close this Auckland Anniversary long weekend. We're sorry for the short notice and inconvenience. Stay safe! https://t.co/u1Lype1lUO
Live: Shoppers out in the cold when Auckland mall evacuated, long weekend events cancelled as wild weather hits city https://t.co/N2ooU5f8to https://t.co/EOH1UzSfeG
🌧 Severe Weather Incoming 💨
The start of the Auckland Anniversary weekend kicks off with severe weather.
If you were planning to get away on Friday it might be worth delaying.
Blustery winds and heavy rain increases the risk of travel delays, especially around Coromandel. https://t.co/xeLn9O2QZg