Grey District on the West Coast has followed Christchurch and Buller District in declaring a state of emergency as the remnants of tropical cyclone Gita bears down on central New Zealand.
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| Raroa Rd in Aro Valley, Wellington is closed as power lines are felled by ex-Cyclone Gita. |
The council says the declaration is precautionary at this stage as the worst of the weather is yet to arrive.
Residents have been urged to stay inside and not to travel unless absolutely necessary.
Earlier on Tuesday, a state of emergency was declared for Christchurch and Buller.
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