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State of emergency declared in New Zealand after flash flooding

A state of emergency has been declared in New Zealand after heavy rain triggered flash flooding. Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesApr 20, 2026, 8:21 AM
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Sky NewsApr 20, 2026, 8:21 AM

State of emergency declared in New Zealand after flash flooding

A state of emergency has been declared in New Zealand after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.

BBC NewsApr 20, 2026, 5:48 AM

New Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hit

Footage online shows vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.

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