Category: general_weather
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Lost Walker Prompts Safety Reminder in Southland
A solo day walk turned into a rescue mission in Southland after a tramper became lost on the Makarewa Falls Track on Labour Day. Southland Police are urging anyone heading into the bush to ensure they are adequately prepared. Police…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Strong Winds Possible in Southern New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:25 am on Friday, October 31, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand on Sunday, November 2, 2025, due to a high-pressure system. However, by Monday, November 3,…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: High Pressure Dominates, Minimal Severe Weather Expected
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 8:58 am on Thursday, October 30, 2025, indicates a large high-pressure system will dominate New Zealand's weather. Through Sunday, November 2, 2025, the country will experience minimal risk of severe weather. On…
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Wellington's Mayor-Elect Announces Deputy and Council Structure
Wellington’s Mayor-elect Andrew Little has announced his pick for Deputy Mayor and the structure for Council committees for the new 2025-28 triennium. In other news, the Toi Pōneke Arts Centre, collaborating with Tuatahi Creatives and Massey University, has launched an…
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Hits Off New Zealand's South Island
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck off the west coast of the South Island of New Zealand on October 29, 2025, at 07:20:27 UTC. The quake was centered at 47.086S, 164.787E, with a depth of 10 km. Its epicenter was approximately…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
A weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:01am on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather in New Zealand through Monday, November 3, 2025. On Friday, October 31, a front embedded in a southwesterly flow will…
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New Zealand Weather Forecast: From Snowy South to Sunny Weekend
Aotearoa New Zealand is experiencing an unstable south to southwest flow, bringing showers and snow, with thunderstorms expected in some areas. The unsettled weather is expected to clear by the end of today, leading to a mix of showers and…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
A weather outlook issued at 9:59 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather in New Zealand through Sunday, November 2, 2025. On Thursday, October 30, a low to the north of the country may…
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Orange Wind Warning Issued for Wellington Region
MetService has issued an Orange wind warning for the Wellington region, effective tomorrow (Labour Day). The warning forecasts severe gale northerlies, with damaging gusts reaching 130 km/h in exposed locations. The public is advised to take precautions and stay safe…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for New Zealand
New Zealand is bracing for a significant storm as an active low-pressure system moves across the country during Labour Day and Tuesday morning. MetService has issued several severe weather warnings, including heavy rain, strong wind, and heavy snow, for various…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Emergency Continues After South Island Storm
Radio New Zealand is reporting that the state of emergency in Southland and Clutha, New Zealand, will likely remain in place into next week. Officials made the announcement following a severe storm in the South Island. RNZ also reported that…
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Weekend Before Severe Weather Returns on Monday
After a week of wild weather, New Zealanders can look forward to a more settled weekend before another severe weather event arrives on Monday. Thursday saw extreme conditions across the country, with infrastructure and properties damaged, power cuts, flooding, and…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for central New Zealand, effective as of 5:00pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The warnings include Orange level alerts for heavy rain and strong winds. These warnings follow the passing of a weakening front…
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State Highway 1 Reopens Between Clinton and Balclutha
State Highway 1 between Clinton and Balclutha has now re-opened to all traffic, according to the New Zealand Police. However, the police advise that the stretch of highway further north, between Milton and Balclutha, is open only to light vehicles.…
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Fire and Emergency New Zealand: Weather and Fire Update - 1 PM
Fire and Emergency New Zealand fire and weather update - 1pm Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand -- Weather callouts Between 7.40am and 1pm on Thursday, Fire and Emergency responded to 264 weather-related callouts. The calls were predominantly for roofs…
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Wind Causes Crash in Pukeatua, New Zealand
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Arapuni Road in Pukeatua this morning after strong winds blew a vehicle off the road and into a powerpole. Police were called to the scene at approximately 11:40 am. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The…
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Wellington City Council to Close Facilities Due to Red Wind Warning
Wellington City Council's facilities will close tomorrow (Thursday) following the Red Wind Warning issued for the lower North Island by MetService. The closures affect swimming pools, libraries, recreation centres, and community centres. Despite the weather warning, the Council notes that…
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Red Warnings Issued for Severe Gales in Southern and Central New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 8:57pm on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, for southern and central New Zealand. An active front, associated with a significant deep low, is expected to bring damaging gales and heavy rain…
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Canterbury Residents Urged to Prepare for Severe Winds
Canterbury residents are being urged to prepare for severe weather as a red wind warning and state of local emergency have been declared for Thursday, October 23rd. Superintendent Tony Hill, Canterbury District Commander, advises residents to avoid non-essential travel and…
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Red Alert: Damaging Gales and Heavy Rain Threaten Southern and Central New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 4:24pm on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, forecasting damaging gales and significant heavy rain for southern and central New Zealand on Thursday. The Strong Wind Warning for Marlborough from Cape Campbell…
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Fire and Emergency New Zealand fire and weather updates
Fire and Emergency New Zealand fire and weather updates -- Kaikoura fires Eleven crews, including heavy machinery and dangerous tree fellers, are working across a large area of Kaikoura Flats to continue active firefighting and strengthen containment lines around each…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Unsettled Conditions Expected
A series of fronts are set to move across New Zealand, bringing unsettled weather conditions. According to the MetService Severe Weather Outlook issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the upper North Island will experience a front on Friday morning, followed…
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Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Hit Wellington
Wellington City Council issued a weather update on October 21, 2025, advising residents to take precautions due to heavy rain and strong winds affecting the Capital. The council urges the public to "take care and travel to the conditions." The…
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Severe Weather Warning: Gales and Heavy Rain Expected in Southern and Central New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for southern and central New Zealand, forecasting damaging gales and heavy rain on Thursday. An active front, associated with a significant deep low to the south, is expected to move over the regions,…
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Truck roll blocks State Highway 50 in Hawke's Bay
State Highway 50 is blocked near the Waipawa River bridge after a truck rolled due to high winds this afternoon. Police were notified of the single-vehicle crash at around 2:50pm. Initial reports indicate someone has been injured. Eastern District Police…
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Crash Closes State Highway 1 Near Kaikōura Amid High Winds
State Highway 1 near the Hapuku River bridge, Kaikōura, is currently blocked following a crash this afternoon. Emergency services responded to the single-vehicle incident at approximately 1:20pm after a campervan rolled over due to high winds. While no life-threatening injuries…
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Man Dies After Falling Branch Incident on Mount Victoria
A man has died after being hit by a falling branch on Mount Victoria. Emergency services were called to Lookout Road, Mount Victoria, at approximately 9:20am following reports of a man with critical injuries. The man was transported to a…
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Severe Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather system is expected to affect New Zealand this Thursday, October 23, 2025, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to southern and central areas. The MetService issued the outlook at 11:26 am on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, warning…
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High Winds Cause Truck Mishap in Hawke's Bay
Eastern District Police are advising high-sided vehicle operators to consider postponing travel in Hawke's Bay. Emergency services responded to a single-vehicle incident on State Highway 2, Takapau, where a truck overturned due to high winds. Reports from Hawke's Bay indicate…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Southern and Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across southern and central New Zealand. A front, preceded by a strong and humid northwest flow, is moving over the country, prompting the alerts. The wind warnings for…