A national state of emergency has been declared as Cyclone Gabrielle lashes New Zealand
Minister for emergency management Kieran McAnulty signed the declaration as tens of thousands of homes were left without power after heavy rain and strong winds.
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced NZ$11.5 million package to support community groups such as food banks and to groups impacted by the floods. Public transport has been disrupted with ferries, buses and trains either suspended or operating on a reduced schedule. "The Police Maritime Unit, with assistance from Eagle, have attempted to approach the boat throughout the morning, however conditions have been challenging, and at this stage no one has been located," they said in a statement.
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