Volcanic unrest – Bay of Plenty
Volcanic eruption at White Island
Start
09 Dec 2019
3:15 PM
Finish
20 Dec 2019
2:03 PM
At 2:11pm on Monday 9 December 2019, Whakaari White Island erupted. The eruptions were short-lived and generated an ash plume to ~12,000ft above the vent. Forty seven people were on the island at the time of the eruption, resulting in multiple injuries and fatalities. A key focus of the response has been on supporting the victims, their friends and families and on recovery of bodies that remain on or in the vicinity of the island.
Floods – Bay of Plenty
A local State of Emergency has been declared in Rotorua
Start
29 Apr 2018
8:43 PM
Finish
06 May 2018
8:25 PM
State of emergency declared for Rotorua (5:35pm Sunday 29 April) following flooding in Ngongotaha. Some evacuations and damage to residential properties occured.
The state of emergency expired at 5:35pm Sunday 6 May.
Tsunami – Bay of Plenty
National Warning: Tsunami Threat
Start
02 Sep 2016
6:27 PM
Finish
12 Sep 2016
9:32 AM
National Warning: Tsunami Threat Issued 0558 hours 2 September 2016 The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management (MCDEM) has issued a tsunami warning for East Coast of the North Island (including Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty) and Upper South Island. Confirmation has been received that a tsunami was generated at East Cape. A wave height measuring 30cm was measured at East Cape a short time ago. The first tsunami activity has arrived. Tsunami activity will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until this warning is cancelled. People in the above/ coastal areas should: 1. Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, including boating activities) 2. Stay off beaches and shore areas 3. Do not go sightseeing 4. Share this information with family, neighbours and friends 5. Listen to the radio and/or TV for updates 6. Follow instructions of local civil defence authorities This warning will remain in effect until a cancellation message is issued by MCDEM. Only messages issued by MCDEM represent the official warning status for New Zealand. We note the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre (PTWC) has issued a Tsunami Information Statement for this event. PTWC messages do not represent the official warning status for New Zealand. Local civil defence authorities will interpret this information for their areas and advise public action via local radio stations. MCDEM and scientific advisors are closely monitoring the situation to determine the severity of the threat to New Zealand.
Tsunami – Bay of Plenty
National Warning: Tsunami Threat
Start
02 Sep 2016
6:27 PM
Finish
12 Sep 2016
9:32 AM
National Warning: Tsunami Threat Issued 0558 hours 2 September 2016 The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management (MCDEM) has issued a tsunami warning (MARINE and BEACH threat) for the North Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Confirmation has been received that a tsunami was generated at East Cape. A wave height measuring 30cm was measured at East Cape a short time ago. The first tsunami activity has arrived. Tsunami waves are expected to be observed for a couple of hours duration, based on current numerical simulations. Waves are anticipated to be between 0.2-1m. People in the above/ coastal areas should: 1. Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, including boating activities) 2. Stay off beaches and shore areas 3. Do not go sightseeing 4. Share this information with family, neighbours and friends 5. Listen to the radio and/or TV for updates 6. Follow instructions of local civil defence authorities
Earthquakes – Bay of Plenty
7.1 magnitude Earthquake
Start
02 Sep 2016
5:00 PM
Finish
12 Sep 2016
9:33 AM
There has been a magnitude 7.1 earthquake 130 km north east of Te Araroa, at a depth of 55km, at 4.37am. Note that strong tsunami currents and surges are possible. Please keep off beaches. Listen to the radio / TV for updates.
Earthquakes – Bay of Plenty
7.1 magnitude Earthquake
Start
02 Sep 2016
12:00 PM
Finish
12 Sep 2016
9:33 AM
There has been a magnitude 7.1 earthquake 130 km north east of Te Araroa, at a depth of 55km, at 4.37am. Note that strong tsunami currents and surges are possible. Please keep off beaches. Listen to the radio / TV for updates.
Severe weather – Bay of Plenty
Severe Weather Warning: Wind
Start
23 Jul 2016
10:26 PM
Finish
12 Sep 2016
9:32 AM
Severe Wind Warning in place for the Bay of Plenty Northwest winds are expected to strengthen overnight Saturday to Sunday. Winds may briefly reach severe gale with gusts of 120 km/h in exposed places from late Saturday night until dawn Sunday.
Volcanic unrest – Bay of Plenty
White Island Volcanic Eruption
Start
28 Apr 2016
11:42 AM
Finish
The Volcanic Alert level for White Island has been lowered from Level 2 to Level 1. The Aviation Colour Code remains Yellow. The level of volcanic unrest at White Island (Whakaari) has declined following the eruption on April 27. Both volcanic gas output and seismic activity have decreased. Visual observations from a flight on Friday and seismic observations confirm no further eruptive activity has occurred. Volcanic Alert Level 1 indicates minor volcanic unrest continues.
Severe weather – Bay of Plenty
Severe thunderstorms in the Eastern Bay of Plenty
Start
30 Jan 2016
1:00 PM
Finish
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the Eastern Bay of Plenty with Whakatane, Ohope, Edgecumbe, Kawerau, Awkaponga, Matata and surrounding areas experiencing very heavy rainfall. The metservice the ave advised that this should pass through quickly and have cleared by 10pm.
Severe weather – Bay of Plenty
Severe thunderstorm warning for Whakatane
Start
29 Jan 2016
1:00 PM
Finish
This warning affects people in the following local government areas: WHAKATANE and TAUPO. At 05:00 pm, MetService weather radar detected severe thunderstorms near TAUPO. These severe thunderstorms are moving towards the east. These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain. Torrential rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous. The Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management advises that as storms approach you should: - Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows; - Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside; - Move cars under cover or away from trees; - Secure any loose objects around your property; - Check that drains and gutters are clear; - Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving. During and after the storm, you should also: - Beware of fallen trees and power lines; - Avoid streams and drains as you may be swept away in flash flooding.