Cyclone Gabrielle Update

Dear Parents and Whanau,

Auckland is still in a state of emergency, Auckland Emergency Management are the lead agency and all advice/direction will come from them.

This email and our social media posts are to let you know we are actively monitoring the impact of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle closely and are regularly checking any updates and advice from Auckland Emergency Management

Our school procedures are in place to deal with severe weather events and the likely impact not only on the school but also the surrounding areas which may affect the ability for students and staff to get to and from school.

The safety of students and staff is at the forefront of all decisions. We will make a decision later today on the response tomorrow which may include a school closure.

The most recent advice (9:00 am Sunday 12 February) we have received from NEMA (in full) is to:

• prepare for road closures in impacted areas
• prepare for power outages in impacted areas
• do not wait for an evacuation order to move to safety
• secure any loose items
• clear stormwater drains
• avoid unnecessary travel.

Below are some links you may find useful in planning your own response:
Auckland severe weather: What support is available and where can you get help – NEMA. (On this page you can find information in alternative formats: Large print, easy read, audio and Braille.)
National Emergency Management Agency – Civil Defence
Auckland Emergency Management | Auckland Emergency Management
Important Storm Updates: OurAuckland – Auckland Council
Auckland Emergency Management | Auckland – Facebook

Auckland Hazard Viewer – Auckland council hazard mapping. You may be able to view the current predicted flooding around Pakuranga Heights. The latest flooding did include areas not previously included and so recent events should be taken into account.

Take Care

Fintan, Sue and Monique