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February 26, 2026

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Article written by Milli Banbury

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At 6.30 a.m., civil defence issued a severe weather warning for the coastal town of Mahia. Heavy rain and strong winds were expected to continue through the day. Local schools were advised to stay open only if roads remained safe, and some sports events were cancelled. Emergency services asked residents to secure loose outdoor items, charge mobile phones, and keep away from flooded areas. By afternoon, the river near the town had risen quickly, but no homes had been evacuated yet.

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Mahia had a severe weather warning, so officials gave safety advice and cancelled some events. Schools stayed open because the roads were safe and the weather improved. The river rose quickly in the afternoon, but no homes had been evacuated yet. Residents were told to charge phones because sports events were cancelled in the morning.