New Zealand declares national state after hurricane

Floods, rain, winds: On New Zealand’s North Island, a hurricane flooded houses and damaged roads and the power grid. At least four people died in the storm. The climate minister speaks of a climate catastrophe.

Hurricane Gabrielle caused severe damage in New Zealand. The government declared a state of emergency.

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Cleanup efforts begin in New Zealand following tropical cyclone Gabrielle. At least four people died in the storm, including a child. Thousands had to leave their homes.

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