20/04/2026
🚨 REGIONAL STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED
A State of Emergency has been declared for Wellington City and the surround region following severe weather. This allows emergency services to respond quickly and keep people safe.
What you need to do now:
⚠️ Move away from low-lying or flood-prone areas for the next 24 hours
❌ Stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary
✔️ Follow instructions from emergency services
🏠 Stay home if it is safe and avoid floodwaters or damaged areas
🌊 Never walk, swim or drive through floodwater
⬆️ Evacuate immediately to higher ground if water rises
⏱️ Don’t wait for an official alert if you feel unsafe
💡 Secure loose items and prepare for possible power outages
🤝 Check on neighbours, whānau and anyone who may need extra support
If you need help:
📞 Call 04 499 4444, for welfare support.
🚨 In an emergency, call 111
An Emergency Assistance Centre has been established in the Wellington City Mission in Oxford Terrace to support people who have been evacuated from their homes.
To report weather-related issues:
Call 04 499 4444, email [email protected], use the FixIt App, or fill out our webform: https://services.wellington.govt.nz/report/
We will continue to provide updates here and through official channels. Please share this information to help others stay safe.
