Watch: Aerial footage shows Napier streets submerged after record rainfall

November 10, 2020

Napier experienced more than four times its monthly average rainfall in just one day.

Aerial footage taken this morning shows Napier streets, properties and parks still submerged after yesterday's record rainfall.

Napier experienced its second wettest day since records began in 1870 with 237mm of rain falling up to 10pm - the most rainfall on a single day since June 3, 1963.

Today's aerial footage shows streets more like streams and whole sports fields, like Whitmore Park, under water.

Multiple reports of flooding were received across the city yesterday, with slips and property damage also reported.

The heaviest rain in more than 50 years left streets looking more like rivers.

A total of 350 calls for help were made to Fire and Emergency New Zealand last night and between 40-50 people were evacuated.

Authorities are continuing to urge caution, saying the floodwaters could be unsanitary and contaminated with sewage.

All non-essential travel should be avoided.

1 NEWS reporter Sean Hogan has this 6.30am, November 10 update from the Hawke’s Bay city.

Weather this morning has been fine, but residents are advised to keep up with forecasts, as more heavy rain is due to hit tonight.

Hawke's Bay Civil Defence has set up a freephone number to call if residents require welfare support, such as food or clothing, because they have been displaced - 0800 422 923. If residents feel they are in danger, they should call 111.

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