FENZ Takapau Volunteer Fire Brigade

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Congratulations to William Lauder for becoming a QFF:)
10/06/2026

Congratulations to William Lauder for becoming a QFF:)

21/04/2026

🟠HEAVY RAIN WARNING - Hawke's Bay south of Tutira 🟠

8:48PM 21/04/26

The MetService New Zealand Heavy Rain Warning for Hawke's Bay south of Tutira is still in effect.

The period of this warning is for 7 hours, from 8:00 PM Tuesday, to 3:00 AM Wednesday 22nd.

40 to 60 mm of rain is expected to accumulate about the ranges and coastal hills, and lesser amounts elsewhere.

This is in addition to the rain that has already fallen. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h are expected.

There is a minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

🟡HEAVY RAIN WATCH - Hawke's Bay from Tutira northwards🟡

MetService has continued a Heavy Rain Watch for Hawke's Bay from Tutira northwards, for 15 hours from 9 pm Tuesday 21 April, to 12:00 PM Wednesday.

Forecast is for periods of heavy rain, with peak rain rates of 15 to 25 mm/hr possible this evening and overnight.

Rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria, mainly about the ranges.

Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.

IMPACTS:
• Heavy rain can cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly.
• Surface flooding and slips are possible.
• If you are concerned about any surface flooding in your area, please contact your local council.

STAY SAFE:
• Take extra care if you must drive tonight, especially in high-sided vehicles.
• Strong winds may bring down trees, powerlines, and debris.
• If conditions change around, you and you see water rising, move to higher ground early. Once safe, stay well out of floodwater.
• If you see signs of a landslide, leave immediately.

FURTHER INFORMATION:
➡ You can access near real-time river data and we**am images to help you understand local flood conditions through the Hawke's Bay Regional Council Flood Hub at:
https://www.hbrc.govt.nz/extreme-weather-hub/flood-hub/

➡Keep up to date with the forecast and conditions at:
https://www.metservice.com/national/

➡You can check out tips to prepare for severe weather at: https://getready.govt.nz/en/emergency/storms/

🚘If you have to travel, please drive to the conditions, and check road conditions first with Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency - Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/

🏥If you feel you, your family and/or your property are at risk, immediately contact emergency services on 111.

The latest updates on local road closures and impacts on local services will be available on your local Council websites.

Central Hawke's Bay District Council
Hastings District Council - Te Kaunihera ā-Rohe o Heretaunga
Napier City Council - Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri
Wairoa District Council
Hawke's Bay Regional Council

Take care out there please! Some places are flooding, some are just soaked. Heavy rain warning still in place. If you're...
21/04/2026

Take care out there please! Some places are flooding, some are just soaked. Heavy rain warning still in place. If you're in danger, don't hesitate to call 111.

20/04/2026

⚠️🟠HEAVY RAIN WARNING - Hawke's Bay south of Tutira 🟠⚠️

10:02AM 21/04/26.

MetService New Zealand has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Hawke's Bay south of Tutira for a period of 18 hours from 9 am Tuesday, 21 April to 3 am Wednesday 22 April.

80 to 110 mm of rain is expected to accumulate about the ranges and coastal hills, and lesser amounts elsewhere. This is in addition to the rain that has already fallen.

Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h until tonight.

Note, warning amounts are unlikely near the coast north of Cape Kidnappers. Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

🟡HEAVY RAIN WATCH - Hawke's Bay from Tutira northwards🟡

MetService have continued a Heavy Rain Watch for Hawke's Bay from Tutira northwards, for 15 hours from 9 pm Tuesday 21 April, to noon Wednesday 22 April. Forecast is for periods of heavy rain, rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria, mainly about the ranges. Moderate change of upgrading to a Warning.

➡Heavy rain can cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly

➡Surface flooding and slips are possible.

➡If you are concerned about any surface ponding in your area, please contact your local council.

🚗Please drive to the conditions.

➡Keep up to date with the forecast and conditions at: https://www.metservice.com/national

➡You can check out tips to prepare for severe weather at: https://getready.govt.nz/en/emergency/storms/

🚘If you have to travel, check road conditions first with Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency - Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/

🏥If you feel you, your family and/or your property are at risk, immediately contact emergency services on 111.

The latest updates on local road closures and impacts on local services will be available on your local Council websites.

Central Hawke's Bay District Council
Hastings District Council - Te Kaunihera ā-Rohe o Heretaunga
Napier City Council - Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri
Wairoa District Council
Hawke's Bay Regional Council

11/04/2026

5.30am update
⚠️ If life or safety is at risk, always call 111 straight away
⚠️ Follow the advice of your local Civil Defence group and emergency services
⚠️ Avoid driving through floodwaters

Firefighters responded to 12 incidents resulting from Cyclone Vaianu overnight. Most of them related to the winds, with fallen trees affecting property and roofs lifting.

Enhanced rescue teams are on standby in Whangarei, Auckland, Rotorua, Tairawhiti, and Coromandel to support local brigades.

Fire and Emergency’s National Coordination Centre is activated, along with our Region Coordination Centres in Auckland and Tauranga.

Yesterday crews helped Civil Defence and Police with precautionary evacuations from coastal areas in Northland and Bay of Plenty.

11/04/2026

Mōrena, we have started to see impacts from Cyclone Vaianu overnight with thousands without power. Crews are working hard to restore power where it is safe to do so. But as the cyclone continues to track across the North Island today, further impacts are expected from strong winds, heavy rain and large swells.

For the latest local updates, visit your local council's or Civil Defence Emergency Management Group's website or social media. Stay informed if you have no phone or power with a battery- or solar-powered radio or your car radio.

If life, health or property is at risk, call 111.

Remember to put safety first. Don't take any chances.
- Self evacuate if you feel unsafe.
- Stay inside. Don't walk around outside. Avoid unnecessary travel.
- Act quickly if you see rising water. Floods and flash floods can happen quickly. If you see rising water, do not wait for Emergency Mobile Alerts or official warnings. Head for higher ground and stay away from floodwater.
- Do not try to walk, play, swim, or drive in floodwater.
- Be aware of the potential for landslides and know the warning signs of landslides.

Know what to do before, during and after severe weather at getready.govt.nz/storms

28/01/2026

The Hawke’s Bay District will move to an open fire season from 9am Wednesday 28 January.

An open fire season means fires can be lit without a permit, as long as people use common sense and follow fire safety guidelines, which can be found on www.checkitsalright.nz.

💡Now is also a good time to ensure your property is prepared in the event of fire.

🏡Cut your grass, keep it short, and check your driveway is clear to allow fire trucks access if necessary

🪵 Keep burn piles small. Don’t light more than one at a time and have sufficient means to fully extinguish any burn offs.

📲 For fire safety advice and more information on how to prepare your property head to www.checkitsalright.nz

20/01/2026

HEAVY RAIN UPDATE - HAWKE’S BAY 🌧⚠️

*Update at 06:32am, Thursday 22/01/2026*

MetService has lifted the Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Hawke's Bay.

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HEAVY RAIN WARNING - HAWKE’S BAY 🌧⚠️

*10.00am, Wednesday 21/01/2026*

Kia ora koutou, Hawke’s Bay. MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Hawke’s Bay covering the 24hrs from 10am Wednesday, 21 January to 10am Thursday, 22 January. 🔸

100 to 150 mm of rain is expected to accumulate with peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h expected. There is a low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

BACKGROUND

A tropical low is forecast to approach Aotearoa New Zealand from the north today and move southeast across the country. Heavy rain, downpours and easterly gales are expected to affect many areas, with Red and Orange Warnings in force across the country.

The rain and wind should ease Thursday after the low crosses the country.

Teams across Hawke's Bay Emergency Management, the regions five councils, and our partner agencies are currently monitoring the situation, sharing information, and coordinating our preparedness.

We will provide further updates as we progress throughout the week.

IMPACTS

➡Heavy rain can cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly

➡Surface flooding and slips are possible.

➡If you are concerned about any surface ponding in your area, please contact your local council.

ADVICE

➡ You can help by clearing your drains and gutters
➡ Secure any loose outdoor items
➡ Move valuables and vehicles away from flood prone areas
➡ Relocate stock from low lying land and bring pets indoors
➡ Have essentials ready in case of power outages or road closures
➡ Have a grab bag and evacuation plan ready
➡ Remember, never enter, swim, or drive through flood water.
🚗 Driving conditions may be hazardous, so avoid unnecessary travel and if you are on the roads, take extra care and drive to the conditions.


KEEP UP TO DATE:

➡Keep up to date with the forecast and conditions at: https://www.metservice.com/national

➡You can check out tips to prepare for severe weather at: https://getready.govt.nz/en/emergency/storms/

🚘If you have to travel, check road conditions first with Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency - Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne at: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/

🏥If you feel you, your family and/or your property are at risk, immediately contact emergency services on 111.

The latest updates on local road closures and impacts to local services will be available on your local Council websites.

Hawke's Bay Regional Council Wairoa District Council Napier City Council - Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri Hastings District Council - Te Kaunihera ā-Rohe o Heretaunga Central Hawke's Bay District Council

08/01/2026

Fire and Emergency are concerned about the risk of vegetation fires across Hawke's Bay.

08/01/2026

It’s getting hot out there, so listen to what we’ve got to say…

🔥 High fire danger across Hawke’s Bay 🔥

Things are heating up across Ahuriri Heretaunga, Central Hawke’s Bay, and Northern Tararua from tomorrow.

With temperatures over 30°C, strong winds, low humidity, and very little rain, we have the potential to have what Fire and Emergency calls spike fire risk days.

🗣️ These conditions mean fires can start easily, spread fast, and quickly become extremely difficult to control.

🚒 Our crews are ready and prepared — but we need the public’s help too.

A few small actions can make a big difference:

🚫 Hold off on spark-makers

Postpone mowing, grinding, welding, or using power tools.

🔥 Check old burn piles

If they’re less than two months old, make sure they’re fully out.

🚒 Clear access for fire trucks

At least 4m wide x 4m high on driveways.

📍 Make your RAPID number visible

It helps crews find you faster when seconds matter.

📞 See smoke? Call 111 immediately

Early calls help us stop small fires becoming big ones.

🚫 Fire permits suspended

Most of Hawke’s Bay is already in a restricted or prohibited fire season, and all fire permits are suspended across the District from today.

👉 Stay up to date at www.checkitsalright.nz

Let’s all do our bit to keep Hawke’s Bay safe.

One spark is all it takes — let’s not be that spark. 🔥🚒

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