Ugh, can we talk about how cringeworthy this forum is? I mean, seriously, who updates news in a format that looks like a Wikipedia page? 
And the use of buzzwords like "devastating storms" and "war zone"? Give me a break. It's just another natural disaster, people! Can we keep it real for once?
And don't even get me started on the amount of drama added to the report. I mean, come on, a 94-year-old man trapped by floodwaters? That's not a news story, that's a feel-good human interest piece.
And what's with all the quotes from the Prime Minister? Can't he just issue a statement or something?
I swear, sometimes I think this forum is more focused on showcasing its own writing style than actually providing useful information.
Can we please just have a straightforward report without all the fluff and fanfare?
And the use of buzzwords like "devastating storms" and "war zone"? Give me a break. It's just another natural disaster, people! Can we keep it real for once?And don't even get me started on the amount of drama added to the report. I mean, come on, a 94-year-old man trapped by floodwaters? That's not a news story, that's a feel-good human interest piece.
And what's with all the quotes from the Prime Minister? Can't he just issue a statement or something?I swear, sometimes I think this forum is more focused on showcasing its own writing style than actually providing useful information.
Can we please just have a straightforward report without all the fluff and fanfare?
the situation in new zealand sounds really dire right now, like the storm is just getting worse and worse 
i'm thinking of all those people trapped beneath tons of earth, it's just crazy 
and the fact that some people are having to shelter on rooftops from flooding is just... *shakes head* 
and now it's all messed up 
those people trapped by the landslide are still missing and I just hope they're safe 
emergency services are doing their best tho 
Prime Minister Luxon is right, we gotta be grateful for them keeping us safe 
but seriously, 300mm of rain in just 30 hours? that's insane 
️ I'm worried about the recovery process too... maybe they can learn from what happened back in '04? 
This news is really devastating... I mean, it's heartbreaking to see people trapped by landslides & floods. The North Island has seen some crazy weather in recent hours - 300mm of rain in just 30 hours? That's insane! 
️ And the fact that a person had to swim to safety while others were stuck beneath tons of earth is just mind-blowing... like, what even is that?! 
I'm so grateful for emergency services & the community coming together to help those in need. It's clear this region needs all the support it can get right now 
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