New Zealand: Emergency personnel continuing response following suspected tornado in Papatoetoe, Auckland June 19

Event

Emergency crews are continuing their response after a suspected tornado quickly passed through the Papatoetoe suburb of Auckland the morning of June 19. The storm transited the neighborhood leaving structural damage, fallen debris, and downed power lines across the area. No casualties were immediately reported.

Business, transport, and utility disruptions are likely to persist in parts of Papatoetoe through at least June 19 as authorities continue with clean-up and repair operations. Lingering power outages are possible.

Advice

Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in the affected area. Confirm regional train reservations. Plan accordingly for possible commercial, transport, and logistical disruptions in the Auckland area. Charge battery-powered devices in preparation for potentially lengthy power outages. Heed instructions from the authorities.