Mayor Tim King says this is a pre-emptive step, because of existing conditions in the region after severe weather - and predictions of more heavy rain.

He says it ensures swift responses to the weather.

A front's forecast to hit the region at 9am tomorrow - with the worst weather at midday.

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11 Jul: Concern for our hospitals' preparedness, if another mass casualty event were to happen

11 Jul: The 14-year-old found guilty of manslaughter for fatally stabbing a fellow teen at a Dunedin bus hub last year, will be sentenced in Dunedin today

10 Jul: All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is determined to have more success in the air against France during Saturday's second test in Wellington

10 Jul: Napier's 'Design Spun', spinning mill is closing, as well as its dye house - with 26 jobs going

10 Jul: Heavy rain and severe gales are once again ready to pummel Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough

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