Emergency Situation in Kaikōura
While Craig Mackle was re-elected as Kaikōura Mayor, he was not yet sworn in and could not declare a civil defence emergency during Thursday's severe weather.
Craig Mackle described it as a "weird feeling" being the mayor-elect during this week's major weather events, which included multiple fires and severe wind.
- Severe wind and dry conditions led to multiple fires breaking out on Tuesday afternoon.
- Thursday's severe wind caused trees to be uprooted, power outages, and State Highway 1 to be closed for long periods.
As Mackle is not due to be sworn in until October 29, he did not have the power to declare a civil defence emergency.
Craig Mackle admits it has been a weird feeling being the mayor-elect for this week's major weather events.
Author's summary: Mayor-elect Craig Mackle unable to declare emergency.
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