Torrential overnight rain has led to severe flooding in East Auckland and the Coromandel Peninsula, and a popular school camp is now isolated by rising waters.
Auckland Council authorities are warning flooding and slips may have cut off a number of roads in the region.
At least one property has been evacuated and many are trapped in their homes.
About 900 households in Takanini, Whitford and Clevedon are without power.
Auckland Council Emergency Operations head Adam Davis said many properties in the Papakura, Kawakawa Bay, Beachlands and Maraetai were directly affected by flooding and local roads may be closed or affected by slips.
Severe inland flooding has closed roads in Papakura and Clevedon.
The Fire Service and Auckland Council storm water services are in the area, and at least one property has been evacuated with assistance of fire service.
Source: Stuff.co
