Feb. 10, 2023, 12:43 p.m.
According to weather experts, tropical cyclone Gabrielle has intensified into a category-three storm, likely to cause chaos throughout Te Taitokerau. Far North District Mayor Moko Tepania calls on people in Te Taitokerau to have an emergency plan ready.
Continue to check in on whānau, offer assistance where possible, and avoid non-essential travel in the coming days.
For more information on how to stay safe during cyclone Gabrielle, visit www.getready.govt.nz.
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