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0 Roads busy from today as holiday exodus begins, one killed in SH25 crash
The Holiday exodus is likely to start early Full Story of what to expect - Lert.nz/s?=0E To know of crashes on your specific route , register for Txt roads alerts to be sent to you - Click here Source Newstalk ZB Tips for safe driving on your summer holiday Drive to the conditions, allow plenty of time and take regular breaks to stay alert. Be patient when driving this summer so everyone can relax and enjoy the holidays together. Keep a safe following distance from vehicles in front so you can stop safely. Drive to the conditions – whether it’s the weather, the road you’re on, the time of day or the volume of traffic on the roads. Take regular breaks to stay alert. Allow plenty of time. You’re on holiday, no need to rush.
0 Wairarapa Total fire Ban Dec 18 Till Further Notice
Source - Wellington - Fire and Emergency All Wairarapa under total fire ban from today Fire and Emergency New Zealand has placed the entire Wairarapa in a prohibited fire season from 8am Wednesday 18 December, until further notice. A prohibited fire season means no out-door fires are allowed. Wellington District Community Risk Manager Phil Soal says despite the recent rain, the Wairarapa continues to rapidly dry out. “The rain’s had little effect, and, in these very dry conditions, fires start easily, move fast and are difficult to bring under control. “It’s much harder for Fire and Emergency to protect people, property and the environment when the fire danger is so high. “We have little option other than to move the whole region into a prohibited fire season.” Please be mindful of the dry conditions and avoid activities that can generate heat and/or sparks and cause fires. “Don’t mow the lawns, weld or grind, or use vehicles in long dry grass, particularly during the hottest parts of the day,” Phil Soal says. “These all have the potential to start a devastating wildfire.” You can find further safety advice at www.checkitsalright.nz Lert Info continually monitors for fires is often the first our subscribers will know. If you want to be included in our exclusive alert just register here . We could be your first time hearing.
0 Don't get caught out with traffic these holidays
Take control of your summer road trips this year. NZTA has produced it's holiday traffic planner so you can have a better trip. However NZTA can't send you txt road alerts , but Lert Info can. Click here to register with Road Lert Info. Just $7 for 1 month for complete South Is or North Is alerts. Lert can Txt you up to 2hours sooner in some cases as we monitor sources for you. There's nothing worse than being stuck in that 3-5hour queue when you could have avoided it . We enable you go to a plan "B", whatever that may be - Early lunch/comfort stop or take a detour. We WILL be sending multiple alerts over NZ these Holidays and can include you too, just register here.
0 Flooding on the West coast closes SH6 South of Punakaiki
It’s been a wet start to Monday on the West Coast with flooding South of Punakaiki as at 11:30am Monday Hokitika Airport had just over 80mm of rain in a twelve hour period , with 26mm falling between 2am and 3am. With the rain now stopped the water should recede fairly quickly. Please take extra care if you’re out on the roads this morning where ther has been heavy rain. There could be floodwaters/slips around the next corner. Not a Lertinfo member yet? Just Clickhere to register for NZ's only free email News/Emergency alert service.
Atmospheric instability due to the combination of a warm humid airmass in the north, and a cold front and upper cold trough moving northwards over central New Zealand. There's a moderate risk of thunderstorms for North Island locations with localised heavy rain of 10-25mm/h. There is also a low risk a few of the thunderstorms could be severe with localised downpours of 25-40mm/h (or possibly more). This risk may continue about eastern Bay of Plenty into the night. In the bottom half of the North Island and parts of the South Island, thunderstorms bring localised heavy rain of 10-25mm/h and hail (especially to Hawke's Bay in the evening where hailstones up to 2cm diameter are possible). Get information hours faster than Facebook. Set up real time email news click here Choose the “Basic” option, and you’ll also get FREE emergency alerts.
From SPCA Canterbury If you love them, don't leave them. It's a message we share time and time again, and this year, we're calling on you to help us spread that message further. Did you know that calls to SPCA about dogs left inside hot cars made up a whopping 11% of all welfare calls last summer? This is a completely preventable issue, and one which is causing hundreds of dogs (often loved pets) to suffer. Here are some quick facts to share with the dog owners in your life: The temperature inside a car can heat to over 50°C in less than 15 minutes. Parking in the shade and cracking windows does little to help on a warm day. Dogs rely on panting to keep cool, which they can't do in a hot car. This puts dogs at a high risk of heatstroke - a serious condition for dogs, with a mortality rate between 39%-50%. It is an offence under the Animal Welfare Act to leave a dog in a hot vehicle if they are showing signs of heat stress. You can be fined, and prosecuted. SPCA has created downloadable resources to help you Click here We encourage you to use these - and ask your local businesses to display the posters if they can. Flyers can be kept in your car and handed out as needed. This is a community problem, and one we cannot solve alone. Help us to prevent more tragedies this summer by sharing this post. On behalf of the animals - thank you
0 Avoid a Vet Bill - Pavements will burn dogs paws
Hot footpaths can be extremely dangerous for dogs' feet. Since dogs lack the protective footwear that humans use, their paw pads are directly exposed to surfaces that can absorb and retain heat. Here’s what you need to know: How Hot is Too Hot? Asphalt, concrete, and other pavement materials can get significantly hotter than the air temperature. On a sunny day with an air temperature of 25°C, asphalt can reach 52°C, which is hot enough to burn skin. If the air temperature rises to 30°C, pavement can exceed 57°C, causing severe burns within seconds. Signs of Paw Pad Burns Limping or reluctance to walk Darkened, discolored, or blistered paw pads Redness, peeling, or visible raw skin Licking or chewing at the feet Whining or showing signs of discomfort The "7-Second Rule" Before walking your dog, press the back of your hand firmly against the pavement for 7 seconds: If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for your dog's paws. Prevention Tips Walk During Cooler Hours Early morning or late evening walks are best to avoid the hottest parts of the day. Check the Ground Temperature Use the 7-second rule or invest in an infrared thermometer to measure the pavement's surface temperature. Stick to Grass or Shade Walk on grass, dirt trails, or shaded areas to reduce the risk of burns. Protective Gear Consider dog booties or paw wax to create a barrier between your dog’s feet and the hot surface. Paw Care Regularly check your dog’s paws for cracks or injuries. Moisturize with a pet-safe balm to keep pads healthy and less prone to damage. First Aid for Burnt Paws If you suspect your dog has burned paw pads: Immediately bring them to a cooler, shaded area. Gently clean the paws with cool water to remove debris. Avoid using ice, as it can damage tissues further. Apply a cold compress or wrap paws in a damp cloth. Contact a veterinarian for further treatment and pain relief. Additional Risks Beyond burns, walking on hot surfaces can lead to heat exhaustion, especially in breeds with thick coats or short snouts. When in Doubt Err on the side of caution. If the weather feels uncomfortably warm for you, it's likely worse for your dog. For FREE Emergency Alerts and News - click here Choose the “Basic” option unless you want Txt alerts during emergencies
0 Fire indices Show How Volitile Some Areas Are.
With temps expected to be high in a few places, fire “runaway” is possible especially if there is a breeze. Yesterday’s fire north of Dunsandel appears to be related to a Truck type blowout. The wind at the time was 15-25KPH Please don’t throw cigarettes out car windows, and be extra careful with all fires. – First check if you can actually light a fire wherever you are. This includes ALL fire types - Can I Light A Fire For a list of restrictions around the country click Here Get information hours faster than Facebook. Set up your real time news Click Here Choose “Basic” . You’ll also get FREE emergency alerts.
0 Where is it safe to swim this Xmas?
Are you going to be swimming in the sea, lakes or rivers these coming holidays? This useful tool will keep you safer with daily updates of water quality - Click Here The status of a site can change at a moments notice for a variety of reasons. Save the site to your phones home screen for a quick go to. NZ's National alert service - Lert.Info
0 Tararua District and Wairarapa Coast Fire restrictions increased
There are new fire restrictioins and bans for Tararua and Coastal Wairarapa from Today Friday Dec 13th Click here for details To get exclusive and hours faster (than Facebook) information and emergency alerts Click Here
0 Marlborough/Nelson Fire Restrictions Start
All of the Marlborough District and parts of Nelson have moved to a Restricted fire season as of 8am on Thursday the 12th of December 2024. All Department of Conservation (PCL) land is already and will remain in a Restricted season. A very wet spring and start to the summer has resulted in extreme fuel loadings throughout the District and although some areas are still showing green patches we are all well aware of how quick the District can dry out after a period. Lert Info is monitoring the country daily for fires and will send alerts from https://www.lertinfo.co.nz/ To check if you can light a fire - click here
0 Roadside fires close SH1 Sth of Christchurch
Grass fires near Burnham Source FENZ 2.45pm update SH1 is closed between Leeston Dunsandel Rd and Burnham Rd, Burnham. It will be closed for some time. We have five helicopters in the air and 16 trucks, tankers and support vehicles working on the ground. Initial update There are multiple grass fires along State Highway 1 south of Burnham. We have eight trucks, tankers and support vehicles on the ground, with more on the way, and four helicopters responding from the air. Please avoid the area and follow the instructions of our crews if you are already in the area. A section of SH1 is closed south of Burnham while FENZ fight the fire. Avoid Facebook delays. Set up your real time news and emergency alerts - https://www.lertinfo.co.nz/index.html
0 Dunsandel Fire Under Control
What a great job FENZ has done today with the fire just Nth of Dunsandel. From 6 helicopters at one stage to just five. SH1 is open with a little management. Only one structure was lost and a house was saved. Please report fires as soon as you see them. The faster FENZ can get there the better for all. We have moved away from Facebook so If you're not already getting our alerts/news, check out how we can help you - https://www.lertinfo.co.nz/index.html You'll get information most others don't . Near the most active time for the fire
0 Two previously controlled fires re-ignite
The fire ground at Castle Hill, December 11. Photo / Fire and Emergency New Zealand Two previously contained wildfires in the Canterbury region have re-ignited and fire crews have returned to the scenes. FENZ had reports of flare-ups in two different areas of the fire in Bridge Hill, which had grown to about 980ha over the weekend. They had one fire crew already on site dealing with a few hotspots and they called for an extra four fire appliances to assist with these two flare-ups.. The wildfire near Canterbury's Castle Hill had spread to 980ha on December 6. Photo / Fire and Emergency New Zealand Two helicopters have been dispatched to assist. Fire and Emergency said in a post online the smoke was visible from State Highway 73. If you are driving past, please keep your eyes firmly on the road and not what is happening on the fire ground, they don’t need a crash to attend as well. Fire and Emergency are also responding to a flare-up of the fire previously contained at Kirwee. There are several trucks attending the fire, and two helicopters will assist. They’re urging people to avoid the area where possible. Register for our news blogs. They arrive to within minutes Targeted to your location Better visual layout Additionally you will get FREE emergency alerts . Go to https://www.lertinfo.co.nz/ Just choose the basic option. You’re good to go.
0 Fire by Permit only for mid-south Canterbury
From 1.00am Wednesday 11 December 2024 the whole of Mid-South Canterbury district is to be placed in a Restricted Fire Season ( Fire Permits Required). A reminder that the Geraldine Forest Zone, the Waimate Forest Zone and all Public Conservation Lands are still in a Restricted Fire Season 365 days and permits are still required for open air fires in those areas. Attached is a map of the Mid-South Canterbury district indicating the changes.Please refer to the check it's alright website for a fire permit. Become a Lert Member and get Lert News sent to you. Real time news (email) for your area click here. 99% immediate delivery . Much faster than Facebook.. You’ll also get free, targeted emergency/Safety alerts. Lert Info is NZ's only private alert service
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