Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has deployed two Urban Search and Rescue teams to the North Island’s East Coast today.
Assistant National Commander Ken Cooper says this is in preparation for a severe weather event forecast for Tairawhiti and the Coromandel from this evening and through the weekend.
“Our deploying specialist teams are there to support our volunteer brigades and strengthen local capacity, helping communities stay safe and supported during this weather event.
“One team is prepositioned in Hicks Bay and the other at Te Araroa. Both teams are equipped with drones and rescue equipment,” Ken Cooper says.
“The wet weather is likely to increase the risk of landslides in already saturated conditions and we’re asking the public to stay alert and take care.
“Don’t travel unnecessarily and keep an eye on weather updates.”
Ken Cooper says preplanning is underway to support Coromandel communities.
