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The New Zealand government has declared a state of emergency throughout the country to deal with the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Gabriel. It is reported by RBC.
Emergency Minister Kieran McAnulty noted that this is the third time in history that a state of emergency has been declared throughout New Zealand. According to him, the introduction of the regime will allow the authorities to provide the necessary support to the regions most affected by the disaster, providing them with additional resources, and to determine a list of urgent measures to eliminate the consequences.
In addition, New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the allocation of $7.25 million to support flood victims.
As CNN reports, due to storms and downpours, electricity was lost in 46,000 homes, there were interruptions in mobile communications in some areas, and public transport stopped running. The village of Murivai was hit by landslides, while the communities of Piha, Karekare and Bethells Beach were isolated due to flooding. In Auckland, with a population of more than 1.5 million people, and on the North Island, one of New Zealand’s two main islands, all schools and administrative buildings were closed, and local residents were asked not to take to the streets.
The New Zealand weather service has warned that the storm and downpours will last most of Tuesday, February 14. According to forecasters, by noon the next day, the weather will begin to calm down.
Source: Rosbalt
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