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State of Emergency for the entire Rangitīkei District proactively declared

Ahead of severe weather forecast for this evening, overnight, and into tomorrow (Monday 16 February 2026). Read more >

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State of Emergency declared for Rangitīkei District

Mayor Andy Watson has proactively declared a State of Emergency for the entire Rangitīkei District ahead of the severe weather forecast for this evening, overnight, and into tomorrow.

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