Auckland flooding 3 dead, homes ruined, events off
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KEY POINTS
* A state of emergency has been declared in Auckland following a severe storm and rain that has caused widespread flooding and damage
* No flights will arrive or depart Auckland Airport until noon on Saturday
* More than 2000 calls for assistance have been made around the city
* MetService has issued a red heavy rain warning for the region after a record 24 hours of rainfall - 249mm, smashing the previous 24-hour record of 161.8mm
* Auckland Emergency Management is asking people to stay home if possible
* Mayor Wayne Brown said that people should follow emergency directions: "We need the rain to stop, that's the main issue"
* Sir Elton John's Friday and Saturday concerts at Mt Smart have been cancelled
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