BBC News published this video item, entitled “New Zealand extends state of emergency in aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle – BBC News” – below is their description. New Zealand has extended the country’s state of emergency for another seven days, after Cyclone Gabrielle hit the northern parts of the island last week. On Monday, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins also announced an additional NZ$250m (£129.6m) to fix damaged roads and a NZ$50m (£25.9m)-support package to give immediate relief for businesses. About a quarter of a million people are without power, while falling trees have smashed houses, and landslides have carried others away and blocked roads. BBC News YouTube Channel

Source: New Zealand Herald February 20, 2023 20:07 UTC