State of Emergency Declared in Wellington Due to Severe Flooding
State of Emergency Declared in Wellington Due to Severe Flooding
US · Published Apr 20, 2026
• A state of emergency is in effect in Wellington due to severe flash flooding.
• Record rainfall and Cyclone Vainau have led to evacuations and a missing person.
• Residents are urged to stay indoors as more heavy rain is expected.
Severe flash flooding hits Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand, has declared a state of emergency following severe flash flooding.
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