Please attribute to Rosanne Shaw, Hato Hone St John National Ambulance Operations Manager
Hato Hone St John is actively responding to the severe weather conditions affecting the East Cape and Hawke's Bay regions.
Our teams are working in collaboration with local authorities and emergency services to provide medical assistance, support evacuations, and ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
We have deployed additional resources, including support teams and ambulances, to the most impacted areas, particularly around Wairoa and Gisborne. Safety measures for our staff and the communities we serve remain our highest priority.
For further updates, please follow local CDEM information. We urge the public to heed safety advisories and avoid unnecessary travel during this time.