Auckland cleans up after 'unprecedented' floods
Synopsis by RNZ Jan 28 23
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has visited Auckland following the catastrophic floods that affected much of the region, taking at least three lives.Read full article 
BBC: Auckland cleans up after 'unprecedented' floods
Story Details
| Last Updated | Jan 28 23 |
| Total Articles | 4 |
Main Topics
product of the condensation of atmospheric water vapour that falls under gravity
News on this topic
‘Unprecedented’: State of emergency declared in Auckland after torrential rains, flash floods
smh.com.au/world/oceania/state-of-emergency-declared-in-auckland-after-torrential-rains-flash-floods-20230127-p5cg3y.html
Auckland floods: More rain on the way as clean-up begins: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has visited Auckland following the catastrophic floods that affected much ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/483274/auckland-floods-more-rain-on-the-way-as-clean-up-begins
Auckland floods: Residents escape from house after large slip: A large slip fell onto a Beach Haven couple's front door, forcing them to flee.
nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland-floods-residents-escape-from-house-after-large-slip/NERQWQZBW5BU5N3WA6HMVV5ITI/
More news on this subject
Previous
‘Unprecedented’: State of emergency declared in Auckland after torrential rains, flash floods
smh.com.au/world/oceania/state-of-emergency-declared-in-auckland-after-torrential-rains-flash-floods-20230127-p5cg3y.html
Auckland floods: More rain on the way as clean-up begins: Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has visited Auckland following the catastrophic floods that affected much ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/483274/auckland-floods-more-rain-on-the-way-as-clean-up-begins
Auckland floods: Residents escape from house after large slip: A large slip fell onto a Beach Haven couple's front door, forcing them to flee.
nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland-floods-residents-escape-from-house-after-large-slip/NERQWQZBW5BU5N3WA6HMVV5ITI/
Newshub's Mike McRoberts to end career as news presenter when newsroom closes: McRoberts has spent the last 23 years of his career with Newshub ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514712/newshub-s-mike-mcroberts-to-end-career-as-news-presenter-when-newsroom-closes
Ram shot by New Zealand police after killing elderly couple: The pair were found dead in a paddock by a relative who had gone to check on them.
smh.com.au/world/oceania/ram-shot-by-new-zealand-police-after-killing-elderly-couple-20240419-p5fl27.html
Team New Zealand 'really happy' with America's Cup boat Taihoro - Peter Burling: The team took it as a good omen that the skies opened just as they revealed ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514665/team-new-zealand-really-happy-with-america-s-cup-boat-taihoro-peter-burling
Here's why experts don't think cloud seeding played a role in Dubai's downpour: Scientists say it's highly unlikely cloud seeding is responsible for the heavy ...
ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/here-s-why-experts-don-t-think-cloud-seeding-played-a-role-in-dubai-s-downpour-1.6851554
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
What is cloud seeding and did it cause Dubai flooding?: Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68839043
Elderly couple possibly killed by rogue ram: Two people found dead at a rural Auckland property are believed to have been killed by a rogue ram ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/elderly-couple-possibly-killed-rogue-ram
Auckland’s dumped Commonwealth Games bid has lessons for Christchurch: The crippling cost and complexity of Christchurch’s Commonwealth Games ambitions have ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/18/aucklands-dumped-commonwealth-games-bid-has-lessons-for-christchurch/
Auckland couple believed to have been killed by ram named: "They're good people says the nephew of a pair, aged in their 80s, found dead in a paddock.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514676/auckland-couple-believed-to-have-been-killed-by-ram-named
Auckland uni students threaten rent strike over rising accommodation fees: Student advocates are calling for 'drastic measures' to force the university ...
thespinoff.co.nz/society/19-04-2024/auckland-uni-students-threaten-rent-strike-over-rising-accommodation-fees
Quick Glance: Over 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested at Columbia Campus
- Columbia President Shafik authorized the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters on the campus.
- Protests were against Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Demonstrators violated school rules by holding unauthorized protests.
- Protests demanded a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and university divestment.
Dubai airport delays continue as UAE struggles to recover from floods: The United Arab Emirates is struggling to recover from the heaviest recorded rainfall ever ...
apnews.com/article/uae-rain-flood-recovery-dubai-airport-travel-a0fb046e15b39f126a16e5a599a7b313
V8s roar into Taupō for historic NZ comeback: The historic first Supercars Championship at Taupō International Motorsport Park takes place this weekend.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514668/v8s-roar-into-taupo-for-historic-nz-comeback
Nearly half of China's major cities are sinking, researchers say: Nearly half of China's major cities are suffering "moderate to severe" levels of subsidence ...
reuters.com/world/china/nearly-half-chinas-major-cities-are-sinking-researchers-say-2024-04-18/
Watch: Dubai expat saves 5 lives in dramatic flood rescue captured on camera - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/watch-dubai-expat-saves-5-lives-in-dramatic-flood-rescue-captured-on-camera
Iranians told to watch out for loose crocodiles as flooding hits country’s southeast
cnn.com/2024/04/18/middleeast/iran-flooding-crocodile-warning-intl/
Dog owners fined after 27 cats killed: Owners of several roaming dogs that were on a cat-killing spree, terrorising a south Auckland neighbourhood ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514637/dog-owners-fined-after-27-cats-killed
Airport runway submerged in Dubai flash floods: The UAE is known for hot and dry weather but heavy rains have become more regular in recent years.
bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-middle-east-68833955
Rainstorms Kill More Than 130 in Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pakistani officials warned of more flooding and heavy rainfall next week, stoking fears of a ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/asia/afghanistan-pakistan-rain-flooding.html
Rain, thunderstorms for parts of North Island: The upper North Island has been hit by heavy rain overnight and more is to come.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514659/rain-thunderstorms-for-parts-of-north-island
Dubai flooding: reeling from flooding after storm brings heavy rain - in pictures
independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/dubai-flooding-pictures-rain-storms-b2530191.html
Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
In pictures: UAE begins cleanup after deadly rain, floods: Authorities and communities across the United Arab Emirates were clearing debris on Wednesday after at ...
reuters.com/pictures/pictures-uae-begins-cleanup-after-deadly-rain-floods-2024-04-17/
UAE government says cloud seeding did not take place before Dubai floods: A United Arab Emirates government task force said it had not carried out cloud seeding ...
nbcnews.com/science/environment/dubai-united-arab-emirates-cloud-seeding-rain-floods-rcna148263
Taylor Swift fans targeted in ticket scam surge: Ticket scams are said to be ‘flooding’ social media with Taylor Swift fans being heavily targeted ahead of the ...
newarkadvertiser.co.uk/lifestyle/taylor-swift-fans-targeted-in-ticket-scam-surge-9362306/
UAE floods: Fatalities climb after Filipino officials announce three deaths: Three residents from the Philippines have died in heavy flooding in the United Arab ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/gulf/2024/04/19/uae-floods-fatalities-climb-after-filipino-officials-announce-three-deaths
Cries of ‘you should be ashamed of yourselves’ as council votes to close leisure centre
lincsonline.co.uk/rutland/news/cries-of-you-should-be-ashamed-of-yourselves-as-council-vo-9362360/
Three Filipinos dead in UAE heavy floods, confirm officials: Three workers from the Philippines have died in heavy flooding in the United Arab Emirates ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/19/three-filipinos-dead-in-uae-heavy-floods-confirm-officials
Emirates cabin crew told to report for duty despite historic flood: As the UAE saw its largest rainfall in 75 years and the government told people to stay at ...
businessinsider.com/emirates-cabin-crew-told-to-report-for-duty-despite-historic-flood-2024-4
'We've never seen anything like this': Dubai Airports CEO expects normal service within 24 hours after flood chaos
cnbc.com/2024/04/19/dubai-airport-flood-ceo-expects-normal-service-within-24-hours.html
Dubai floods: Massive clean-up underway in Dubai | UAE cleans up post flood havoc
wionews.com/videos/dubai-floods-massive-clean-up-underway-in-dubai-uae-cleans-up-post-flood-havoc-712936
Stuck in a car for 8 hours, but Singaporeans in flood-stricken Dubai count their blessings
straitstimes.com/singapore/stuck-in-a-car-for-8-hours-but-singaporeans-in-flood-stricken-dubai-count-their-blessings
Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice announces 'a little break' from show: Giovanni, the Italian pro dancer, confirmed a break on Instagram on his Grid today ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/bbc-strictly-come-dancings-giovanni-29020468
Gov Eno constitutes flood mitigation committee after federal govt alert: The state government assured residents of its preparedness to mitigate the effect of the ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/687361-gov-eno-constitutes-flood-mitigation-committee-after-federal-govt-alert.html
Flood disaster in the Ahr Valley: There is no one culprit: Would some of them still be alive if there had been better warnings in the Ahr Valley? Speculation ...
zeit.de/gesellschaft/2024-04/flutkatastrophe-ahrtal-staatsanwaltschaft-ermittlungen-ex-landrat-ahrweiler
‘Code grey’ alert, sandbags as flood barriers: How UAE hospitals kept running in heavy rain - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/code-grey-alert-sandbags-as-flood-barriers-how-uae-hospitals-kept-running-in-heavy-rain
32 families relocated after cold lave floods hit East Java, Indonesia: At least 32 families in Lumajang, East Java were voluntarily relocated to safer areas ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/19/32-families-relocated-after-cold-lave-floods-hit-east-java-indonesia
Couple gets stuck inside IKEA during Dubai flood, treated to warm food and comfortable bed. Watch
hindustantimes.com/trending/dubai-flood-couple-gets-stuck-inside-ikea-treated-to-warm-food-and-comfortable-bed-watch-101713503691654.html
Dubai floods: Airport partially opened: Airport authorities said that about 1,44 flights were canceled between Tuesday and Wednesday ...
bangla.thedailystar.net/news/world/middle-east/news-575711
Flashing your lights to warn other drivers of a speed camera – is it legal?: The legal and moral debate around New Zealand's best unofficial road rule.
thespinoff.co.nz/society/15-04-2024/flashing-your-lights-to-warn-other-drivers-of-a-speed-camera-is-it-legal
'We tried to save what we can': Dubai bookstore loses thousands of books in flood - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/emergencies/we-tried-to-save-what-we-can-dubai-bookstore-loses-thousands-of-books-in-flood
Freak Storm in Dubai Rains on Binance’s Parade - Bloomberg: In this edition of the Bloomberg Crypto newsletter, Suvashree Ghosh and Hannah Miller report on how ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-18/freak-storm-in-dubai-rains-on-binance-s-parade
Man stranded for seven hours as flight caught up in Dubai flooding: Paul Lidwith, from Merseyside, said passengers waited five hours on the plane
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/man-stranded-seven-hours-flight-29015905
Recovery slow as flooding still plagues Dubai | kuwaittimes: Recovery slow as flooding still plagues Dubai - World - DUBAI: Dubai’s airport ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13302/world/middle-east/recovery-slow-as-flooding-still-plagues-dubai/
UAE struggles to recover after heaviest recorded rainfall ever hits desert nation
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-uae-struggles-to-recover-after-heaviest-recorded-rainfall-ever-hits/
Quick Glance: Challenges faced by Dubai Airport after heavy rainfall
- Dubai International Airport is in disarray following heavy rainfall, resulting in flooded runways.
- Numerous stranded passengers are waiting in terminals due to flight cancellations and delays.
- Emirates and Flydubai are apologizing to affected passengers and working to restore flight operations.
- The United Arab Emirates are dealing with the consequences of extreme rainfall causing traffic disruptions and damages in various cities.
Passenger's leg broken in turbulence during Air New Zealand flight from Bali to Auckland
aviation24.be/airlines/air-new-zealand/passengers-leg-broken-in-turbulence-during-air-new-zealand-flight-from-bali-to-auckland/
Afghanistan's isolated communities grapple with fallout from devastating floods: In addition to deaths and property destruction, farmers say crops have been ...
thenationalnews.com/news/asia/2024/04/18/afghanistans-isolated-communities-grapple-with-fallout-from-devastating-floods/
Dubai residents kayak through desert streets after freak rainfall:
9news.com.au/world/dubai-floods-in-pictures-after-severe-rain/523d7df6-4f07-4238-b05a-21db79828370
Dubai floods: Residents rescued by kayaks as water levels rise in community - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/dubai-floods-residents-rescued-by-kayaks-as-water-levels-rise-in-community
UAE insurers adapt to changing weather trends as latest flooding costs mount - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-insurers-adapt-to-changing-weather-trends-as-latest-flooding-costs-mount
Flooded UAE counts cost of epic rainstorm, airport still facing disruptions
deccanherald.com/world/flooded-uae-counts-cost-of-epic-rainstorm-airport-still-facing-disruptions-2983776
Dubai floods: Water gushes from ceiling after heavy rainfall causes partial collapse in shopping centre
doncasterfreepress.co.uk/read-this/watch-water-gushes-from-ceiling-after-partial-collapse-in-dubai-flood-4596236
Paid articlePaid
Dubai Airport chaos: over 1,200 flights cancelled and 61 diverted amidst record rainfall
aviation24.be/airports/dubai-dxb/dubai-airport-chaos-over-1200-flights-cancelled-and-61-diverted-amidst-record-rainfall/
Dubai flooding puts focus on cloud seeding. Could artificial rain come to Arizona?
azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-water/2024/04/18/cloud-seeding-arizona/73356569007/
Kepax Bridge stalls after contactor goes into administration: Kepax Bridge subcontractor SH Structures has gone into administration
malverngazette.co.uk/news/24260471.kepax-bridge-stalls-contactor-goes-administration/
After several cases: Community pushes for measures against flooding on the Great Sea
on-online.de/artikel/1463255/Gemeinde-draengt-auf-Massnahmen-gegen-Hochwasser-am-Grossen-Meer
Paid articlePaid
Watch | Dubai sky turns green amid heavy rains, storms: The United Arab Emirates struggled to recover from the heaviest recorded rainfall ever to hit the desert ...
indianexpress.com/article/world/watch-dubai-sky-turns-green-amid-heavy-rains-storms-9278298/
‘Pause before you punch’: Anand Mahindra tells Sanjiv Kapoor who slammed him for Mumbai vs Dubai flood post
hindustantimes.com/trending/pause-before-you-punch-anand-mahindra-tells-sanjiv-kapoor-who-slammed-him-for-mumbai-vs-dubai-flood-post-101713428043991.html
Quick Glance: Ex Jet Airways CEO calls out Anand Mahindra's ‘Not Mumbai’ remark on Dubai rain
- The massive rainfall in Dubai, which brought life to a halt in the city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has been making headlines.
- Anand Mahindra compared the situation in Dubai to Mumbai in India in a tweet and was criticized by former Jet Airways CEO Sanjiv Kapoor.
- The intense rains in Dubai led to flooded streets, cars and trucks partially submerged in water, and luxury cars stuck in traffic.
- The United Arab Emirates attempted to dry out from the heaviest rain ever recorded, flooding Dubai International Airport and disrupting travel.
Oberneuland: Farmers fight against persistent flooding: The water in Oberneuland is still in meadows and fields. Farmers see the cause in the cultivation of the ...
weser-kurier.de/bremen/stadtteil-oberneuland/oberneuland-landwirte-kaempfen-gegen-anhaltendes-hochwasser-doc7v0rmzyfgj9o4rukbia
Floods of 2022 were nothing compared to this carnage, say devastated Margate residents
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2024-04-17-floods-of-2022-were-nothing-compared-to-this-carnage-say-devastated-margate-residents/
Paid articlePaid
3 OFWs died in UAE floods, DMW says: The Department of Migrant Workers on Thursday said three overseas Filipino workers died during the flooding in the United ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/18/3-ofws-died-in-uae-floods-dmw-says-1909
Floods in Russia - What remains is destruction - and mud everywhere: Many areas in Russia are still flooded. Many of those affected blame the authorities and ...
stuttgarter-nachrichten.de/inhalt.hochwasser-in-russland-geblieben-ist-zerstoerung-und-ueberall-schlamm.e2552551-a291-41bc-8a4f-a04d2f83a562.html
Paid articlePaid Severe flooding in Dubai: Scientists says climate change is likely responsible for the heavy rains that have caused flooding in the United Arab Emirates.
ctvnews.ca/world/severe-flooding-in-dubai-1.6852343
Watch: Cars floating, airport and malls flooded in Dubai as UAE receives highest rain in 75 years
indianexpress.com/article/world/watch-uae-dubai-rain-floods-videos-9274940/
Wümme flood: This is the interim assessment of the Bremen Senate: In Lower Saxony, flood damage amounts to at least 161 million euros; there is no such figure ...
weser-kurier.de/bremen/politik/wuemme-hochwasser-diese-zwischenbilanz-zieht-der-bremer-senat-doc7v1eumjgq6hvj5kfj2n
‘Under water’: Wild footage of Dubai mall: Parts of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) saw a year and half worth of rainfall in one day and at least 20 people have ...
news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/wild-footage-of-major-dubai-shopping-centres/news-story/2f8cc2bb8e7884a0077a3b90e65ccbe7
UAE Leader Orders Flood Damage Assessment After Record Rainfall: The United Arab Emirates will assess damage to its infrastructure from the severe storm that hit ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/uae-leader-orders-damage-assessment-after-record-rainfall
Paid articlePaid
German prosecutors drop investigation into 'unforeseeable' flood disaster: More than two and a half years after the deadly flood disaster in the Ahr Valley ...
thelocal.de/20240418/german-prosecutors-drop-investigation-into-unforeseeable-flood-disaster
Nigeria Floods to Further Cut Cocoa Crop, Adding to Shortage - Bloomberg: Nigeria’s cocoa planting and mid-crop harvest will be disrupted as the Hydrological ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/nigeria-floods-to-further-cut-cocoa-crop-adding-to-shortage
UAE reels for a third day after record-breaking storm: The United Arab Emirates was still grappling on Thursday with the aftermath of a record-breaking storm ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/uae-reels-third-day-after-record-breaking-storm-2024-04-18/
Eastern Road: A2030 in Portsmouth shut once again due to burst sewer despite Southern Water repairs
portsmouth.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/eastern-road-in-portsmouth-shut-due-to-burst-sewer-again-4595422
Paid articlePaid
Photo of the day: When it rains...: Photo of the day: When it rains.... Forbes India is your destination for business, stock market, startup and technology news ...
forbesindia.com/article/photo-of-the-day/photo-of-the-day-when-it-rains/92639/1
Milan, Italy to Auckland, New Zealand for only €607 roundtrip: Cheap flights from Milan, Italy to Auckland, New Zealand for only €607 roundtrip.
secretflying.com/posts/milan-italy-to-auckland-new-zealand-for-only-e597-roundtrip/
Temporary fix for sagging Rangitata rail bridge under way: One of 34 bridge piers was washed away in flood waters last Friday - and it is yet to be found.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514629/temporary-fix-for-sagging-rangitata-rail-bridge-under-way
Floods displace over 1900 families in Homa Bay, Kisumu: In Homa Bay, at least 1,731 households have sought shelter at public schools after their homes were ...
standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001493409/floods-displace-over-1900-families-in-homa-bay-kisumu
Weather in Aargau: All reports, pictures and videos: Flood, snow or drought in Aargau: You can find news, background information and pictures in our ticker.
aargauerzeitung.ch/aargau/kanton-aargau/aargauer-wetter-ticker-nach-dem-schnee-tauwetter-in-brugg-wird-hochwasserschutz-eingebaut-flusspegel-im-aargau-aktuell-hoch-ld.2477568
Pending danger: CS Kindiki issues red alerts on flooding and evacuations: Garissa, Tana River, Lamu at risk if River Tana bursts its banks.
nation.africa/kenya/news/pending-danger-cs-kindiki-issues-red-alerts-on-flooding-and-evacuations-4594172
Dubai's flood aftermath, Malaysian travellers facing difficulties: DUBAI: Passengers at Dubai Airport are contending with the aftermath of the city's worst ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/18/dubai039s-flood-aftermath-malaysian-travellers-facing-difficulties
Cat clings to car door to escape flood in Dubai: Dubai police rescued a cat from floodwaters on Wednesday (April 17) as the country was hit by a rare torrential ...
news.abs-cbn.com/world/2024/4/17/cat-clings-to-car-door-to-escape-flooding-in-dubai-747
Indians in Flood-hit Dubai Recount ‘Terrible Times’: Hyderabad: Incessant rains that began on Monday, the heaviest in 75 years, have severely affected normal ...
deccanchronicle.com/news/indians-in-flood-hit-dubai-recount-terrible-times-889980
UAE: Indian, Pakistani embassies extend help to flood-affected citizens - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-indian-pakistani-embassies-extend-help-to-flood-affected-citizens
Building not usable since flooding in 2021: Bruges club hall before demolition: Serious structural damage and no recognizable usage concept for the future - the ...
come-on.de/luedenscheid/gebaeude-seit-hochwasser-2021-nicht-nutzbar-bruegger-vereinshalle-vor-dem-abriss-93016660.html
Cat clings to car's door in Dubai flood, viral video shows tale of survival: Dubai flood: A heartwarming video showed a Dubai Police official rescuing the ...
hindustantimes.com/trending/dubai-flood-cat-clings-to-cars-door-in-dubai-flood-viral-video-shows-tale-of-survival-101713410666758.html
Next
New to NewsWall?
Sign up now to get your own personalized news!
Trending topics