Kiwi Medic Ltd Simon Townsend Northland

09/04/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5J63M5WDV4

Severe weather is expected to develop as early as Saturday in the upper North Island ahead of Cyclone Vaianu, which is expected to make landfall somewhere ar...

09/04/2026

Hurricane anxiety is a thing. Reach out if you need to- 1737, Health line and in an emergency 111.
Stay safe, remain calm especially around children, the elderly and vulnerable.
Lofty

09/04/2026

Supporting local folks, here's our Northland team

08/04/2026

Reach out if needed whanau! Fuel and hurricane anxiety definitely a thing.
+Remain calm, check evacuation routes, plan early, co-ordinate with others.
+Charge phones and battery packs.
+Get out early if you can.
+Don't underestimate.
+Look at first aid kits, batteries, touches, full baths with water in case you loose power.
+Ensure driveways cleared in case emergency services can access. So cut low hanging branches.
+Check your letterbox is numbered so help can find you easily.
+Find your local Civil defence evacuation centre and engage with local co-ordinators.
+Stick together and be kind to yourself and others. Remain calm, it's easy to get excited. "Control the rush, or the rush will control you".
+ Remember if your phones go out, wifi may still work though messenger, whatsapp etc

Here if you need to talk..... reach out early folks. 1737 for professional help with anxiety, stress etc
We got this !
Kia kaha !
Lofty aka Simon

MetService is tracking Tropical Cyclone Vaianu which is forecast to move southwards bringing severe wind and rain to New Zealand over the weekend.

To prepare for this:

🐶 Make a plan for your whānau and pets.
⚠️ Bring inside or tie down anything that strong winds could break or pick up. If you have a trampoline, turn it upside down to minimise the surface area exposed to wind and tie it down firmly.
🌲 Remove any debris or loose items from around your property. Branches and firewood can become airborne in strong winds.
🏡 Check on your neighbours and anyone who might need your help.
🐄 Move farm animals to areas that are safe from flooding and high winds.
🚮 Clear waste and debris away from drains.
🔦 Be prepared with torches and have a solar or battery powered radio so you can keep up with the latest news and alerts.

More information on what to do before, during and after a storm is on https://getready.govt.nz/emergency/storms

Stay up to date with the latest weather information from MetService New Zealand.

Local information will be provided by your Civil Defence Emergency Management Group.

This can be a stressful time. If you need to talk to somebody, you can free text or call 1737 to speak to a counsellor, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or talk to your local GP.

Please share this information with whānau, friends and neighbours.

08/04/2026

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08/04/2026

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08/04/2026

Keep safe folks. Remain calm folks, reach out when needed. We got this !
Lofty

MetService is tracking Tropical Cyclone Vaianu which is forecast to move southwards bringing severe wind and rain to New Zealand over the weekend.

To prepare for this:

🐶 Make a plan for your whānau and pets.
⚠️ Bring inside or tie down anything that strong winds could break or pick up. If you have a trampoline, turn it upside down to minimise the surface area exposed to wind and tie it down firmly.
🌲 Remove any debris or loose items from around your property. Branches and firewood can become airborne in strong winds.
🏡 Check on your neighbours and anyone who might need your help.
🐄 Move farm animals to areas that are safe from flooding and high winds.
🚮 Clear waste and debris away from drains.
🔦 Be prepared with torches and have a solar or battery powered radio so you can keep up with the latest news and alerts.

More information on what to do before, during and after a storm is on https://getready.govt.nz/emergency/storms

Stay up to date with the latest weather information from MetService New Zealand.

Local information will be provided by your Civil Defence Emergency Management Group.

This can be a stressful time. If you need to talk to somebody, you can free text or call 1737 to speak to a counsellor, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or talk to your local GP.

Please share this information with whānau, friends and neighbours.

07/04/2026

Congrats to Jorja Van Den Broek and Aden Garnett on achieving another layer of upskilling. Also to Dr Ruth Henwood-Crossman for such an awesome course with hands-on sessions.
https://firstaidnorthland.co.nz/

06/04/2026

Thoughts and prayers with all involved.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LLfLxNCD1/

Coroner Heather McKenzie found an unsecured 20kg attachment caused the roll.

06/04/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tmLL4F6I8Y

A Michigan boy saved his church leader's life — one day after watching a CPR video for the first time.