<p>A state of emergency was declared in parts of New Zealand on February 19 as ex-cyclone Gita brought severe wind and rain to the country.</p><p>In Taranaki thousands were reported</a> to be without power due to the storm.</p><p>Gita was forecast</a> to cross central New Zealand on February 20 and 21 with warnings of stormy coastal conditions and strong gusts of wind.</p><p>This video shows trees move as a result of forceful wind conditions along the fence of a sanctuary in Taranaki. Credit: Fiona Gordon via Storyful</p><br />
