Above-average temperatures and long dry spells are expected this summer, alongside tighter water restrictions throughout Te Upoko o te Ika a Māui / Greater Wellington.

Enjoy the sun but take steps to keep yourself and your whānau safe from dehydration, heat stroke, and sunburn. 

A few key sites to check out and/or keep an eye on include: 

• SunSmart for regional sun protection alerts as well as information on protecting yourself from the sun and checking for skin cancers

• Healthify for information on heat stroke / heat exhaustion

• Wellington Water for water restriction updates