Weather update 26 June 2026

UPDATE: 5:35PM, 26 June 2026

🌧️ WEATHER UPDATE

Clean-up crews continue to respond across the city as heavy rain impacts parts of Lower Hutt.

We are aware of surface flooding around the bays heading toward Eastbourne, particularly in York Bay, where the left-hand lane is affected.

Please take extra care. There is sea debris hidden in the flood water, which may not be visible.

Other current updates:

* A tree is down on Pilcher Crescent, Naenae. Treescapes are attending.
* There is a small slip on the corner of Port Road and Seaview Road.
* SH2 remains open.
* Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub is open until 7:30pm.
* Te Ngaengae and Huia Pools are open until 8pm.

⚠️ If you see flood waters rising around your property or you feel unsafe, do not wait. Evacuate immediately to higher ground and seek shelter with friends or whānau if you can. Call 111 if there is an immediate threat to life or property.

Please avoid driving through flood water and only travel if necessary.

🗑️ RUBBISH COLLECTION UPDATE

Due to today's weather, rubbish collections could not be completed in some streets.

If you live in one of the streets below, please bring your bin in tonight and place it back on the kerb by 7:00am tomorrow for collection.

Affected streets:

* Parkway
* Matariki Grove
* Kawatiri Grove
* Mataura Grove
* Mohaka Street
* Mitimiti Grove
* Kerepehi Grove
* Mimihau Grove
* Karamea Grove
* Momona Street
* Kairanga Crescent
* Brian Morgan Terrace
* Kumeroa Grove
* Grovedale Square
* Kaponga Street
* Konini Street
* Rakaia Grove
* Karamu Crescent
* Manutuke Street
* Tōtara Street
* Sun Valley Grove
* Rātā Street
* Meremere Street
* Hinau Grove

Thank you for your patience while our crews work through today's weather impacts.

UPDATE: 4:32PM, 26 June 2026

🌧️ WEATHER UPDATE – LOWER HUTT 🌧️

Heavy rain continues across Lower Hutt, particularly in the eastern hills, including Naenae, Epuni, Waiwhetū and Wainuiomata. With prolonged rainfall, we are seeing impacts across the city.

🌊 Flooding and waterways

The Wainuiomata River and Waiwhetū Stream are currently elevated following this afternoon's high tide.

Council crews are monitoring both waterways closely. At this stage there are no changes to the current advice, however we will continue to assess conditions and provide updates if required.

We are also aware of:
* Surface flooding at the corner of Whitehall Road and Wellington Road in Wainuiomata, with crews responding.
* The Port Road and Barnes Street intersection remains closed due to flooding.

Please do not drive through flood water.

⚠️ Slips

The ground is saturated and the risk of slips remains high.

We are aware of:
* A slip in Lowry Bay affecting two properties. FENZ is on site.
* A slip on the Wainuiomata side of Wainui Hill Road. A lane closure has been put in place. Please expect delays and follow traffic management.

Please stay alert for signs of slips and avoid unstable areas.

🚗 Travel

Please take extra care if you're travelling this afternoon.

* Traffic is congested as people head home.
* Public transport is running behind schedule.
* Rocks have been reported on SH2. Drive to the conditions and expect delays.

Avoid non-essential travel if possible.

⚡ Power

We are aware of a power outage affecting parts of Avalon and Taitā.

If you come across fallen power lines, treat them as live and stay well clear.

ℹ️ Community updates

* HuttFest has also been cancelled due to power outages

* Riverbank Market Lower Hutt has been cancelled tomorrow.

🚨 If there is an immediate threat to life or property, call 111.

We will continue to provide updates via our website and social media channels as conditions change.

UPDATE: 2:57PM, 26 June 2026

🚧 TRAFFIC UPDATE – WAINUI HILL ROAD

A lane closure (Lower Hutt bound) will be put in place on Wainui Hill Road within the next 90 minutes following a slip on the Wainuiomata side of the hill.

Please take extra care if you're travelling through the area and expect delays while traffic management is put in place.

Our crews will continue to monitor the site and we'll provide further updates if conditions change.

UPDATE: 2:35PM, 26 June 2026

The Wainuiomata River and Waiwhetū Stream are currently rising as we move through this afternoon's high tide.

Council crews are monitoring both waterways closely and will continue to assess conditions.

At this stage there are no changes to the current advice. We will provide further updates if conditions change or any impacts are identified.

UPDATE: 12.15PM, 26 June 2026

Port Rd and Barnes St intersection is closed due to flooding.

UPDATE: 11.55AM, 26 June 2026

Due to the weather, the Riverbank Market Lower Hutt is cancelled tomorrow.

Update: 11.20AM, 26 June 2026

The Riverbank carpark is closing at 2pm ahead of further rain. Please move your vehicle immediately. You can move to any Council car parks.

UPDATE: 10.10AM, 26 June 2026

STRONG WIND, HEAVY RAIN AND HEAVY SWELL WARNINGS remain in place

We have started to see some impacts from the weather warnings today, including power outages, flights and ferries cancelled, and reports of trees downs and roofs lifting.

We actively monitoring the situation. Please continue to follow their channels for local updates.

Remember:

Take extra care when walking, cycling, or driving, especially if you're riding a motorcycle or driving a high-sided vehicle.

Strong winds may bring debris, fallen trees, downed power lines, or damaged infrastructure.

Coastal roads may be affected by high swells. Please drive carefully and plan ahead.

Avoid using bush tracks and reserves where possible until the weather settles

Secure outdoor items such as wheelie bins, trampolines, and outdoor furniture that could be blown around.

If your rubbish bin isn't full, consider waiting until your next collection or putting it out on the morning of collection rather than the night before. If you do need to put it out, use a wheelie bin clip.

Who to contact:

* If there is an immediate threat to life or property, call 111.

* Power outages or fallen power lines: Wellington Electricity.

* Wastewater issues: Wellington Water.

* Roads, footpaths, public spaces, or streetlights: Hutt City Council.

Our teams are monitoring conditions closely and are ready to respond if required. We'll share updates if there are any impacts to local communities, roads, facilities, or pathways.