Some people have been told to evacuate there homes and the worst weather is expected on Monday.
By Kathryn ArmstrongAuthorities have declared a precautionary state of emergency in New Zealand's most northern region as the remnants of a tropical cyclone hit the country.
This time, however, gale force winds and heavy rain has been reported, leaving thousands of people without power. They have been warned that it may take days for power to be restored.People who knew their homes were flood-prone were advised to evacuate ahead of the storm's arrival. Schools have once again been advised to move learning online and emergency shelters have been set up in preparation for the storm. Trains have been cancelled and the Harbour Bridge, an important transport link, has been temporarily closed.
They have been using sandbags to try and people protect their houses and long queues have been forming at supermarkets after the authorities advised people to have enough supplies to last at least three days in case the situation deteriorated. New Zealand's prime minister, Chris Hipkins, has asked people to take the severe weather warnings seriously and to make sure they are prepared.
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