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New Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hit

New Zealand declared a state of emergency in Wellington on Monday as severe flooding hit the North Island. The capital received a record 77mm of rain in under an hour, prompting evacuations and flight cancellations. Local officials warned residents to prepare for worsening conditions with additional rain expected in the coming.

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