The podcast critiques the public's reliance on cyclone category numbers, arguing that they are misleading and that the actual impacts—such as heavy rain, wind, and coastal erosion—are far more important than the numerical classification.
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This is shaping to be a very significant and damaging weather event and I just think obviously with big impact on North Island particularly around Sunday it's a great opportunity to remind New Zealanders to do everything they can to stock up, get their supplies in order, get items that may be loose in their backyards tied down or in secure storage. The agencies are on full notice and are preparing for it. I know it'll be unwelcome news for many communities that have recently been affected. being affected by severe weather events and are still recovering, frankly, but it's important that we use the time that we've got to make sure that people are prepared as much as possible at their homes and their households.
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actual damage matters more than labels
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