Warnings and Alerts

Active warnings and alerts for Hawke's Bay region

Discolouration of the Wairoa River (1)

2 DEC 2025 By HAWKE'S BAY REGIONAL COUNCIL

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is aware of an algal bloom causing discolouration in the lower Wairoa River and estuary. Laboratory analysis has confirmed the bloom is caused by Prymnesium sp. This species is not known to be toxic to humans, but for now we strongly recommend avoiding swimming and gathe...
Caution Advised for Esk River at Eskdale Park

17 FEB 2025 By HBRC

Access to Eskdale Park has been reinstated (as of the 17th of February). Access is by walking only, no vehicle access. Caution is advised around the area as due to the nature of the Esk River and its surroundings, there is still potential for cyclone debris to appear around the river.