In a flood prone area? You should prepare to evacuate
A state of emergency in the Timaru has been declared following significant rainfall and flooding. There is now risk of rising river levels.
• River levels are expected to rise significantly over the next few hours. Any residents in flood-prone areas should prepare for evacuation at short notice. If you feel unsafe, evacuate immediately without waiting for notification.
• Emergency services will be checking all at-risk areas and working to help evacuate any properties deemed at risk. All directions issued by emergency services personnel must be complied with.
• A number of roads in low-lying areas are now closed and non-essential travel should be avoided.
• Make sure you check on your elderly neighbours. If you can support a neighbour in need, please share details of how you help on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Make a post now.
For further information please monitor the Timaru District Council website.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Today’s Mind-Bender is the Last of the Year! Can You Guess It Before Everyone Else? 🌟🎁🌲
I dance in the sky with green and gold, a spectacle few are lucky to behold; I’m best seen in the south, a celestial sight—what am I, lighting up the New Zealand night?
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Scooterman and Hon James Meager, Rangitata MP.
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