Category: weather
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MetService Forecasts Minimal Severe Weather Risk for New Zealand
MetService's latest outlook predicts minimal severe weather risk across New Zealand from July 17 to July 20, 2026. High pressure and weak fronts are expected, with no significant warnings anticipated.
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New Zealand Braces for Westerly Winds, Rising Temperatures After Cold Snap
After a record cold weekend, New Zealand anticipates a significant warm-up this week. Westerly winds bring rain and strong gusts to the west, while eastern regions expect drier, warmer conditions.
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MetService Forecasts Minimal Severe Weather Risk for Mid-July
MetService's latest outlook predicts minimal severe weather across New Zealand from July 15-18, 2026. Western areas will see rain and showers due to fronts and troughs, with an active front in the far south on Saturday, but risks remain low.
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MetService Forecasts Strong Winds, Rain for South Island
MetService has released its severe weather outlook for the South Island, forecasting strong winds and rain from Tuesday, July 14, with a low risk of severe gales in Fiordland, Otago, and Canterbury High country. Minimal severe weather is expected later…
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MetService Forecasts Strong Winds and Rain for South Island Next Week
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook for July 13-16, 2026, predicting strong northwesterly winds and rain for New Zealand, with a low risk of severe gales in parts of the South Island.
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MetService Forecasts Minimal Severe Weather Risk for New Zealand
MetService forecasts minimal severe weather risk for New Zealand from July 12-15, 2026. High pressure, weak troughs, and fronts will bring some rain and strong winds, particularly to the South Island, but warnings are unlikely.
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MetService Lifts Heavy Rain Warnings for Gisborne and Hawke's Bay
MetService has lifted all heavy rain warnings and watches for Gisborne/Tairawhiti and northern Hawke's Bay. A southerly flow is easing, bringing an end to severe weather conditions in the regions.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rain and Gales
MetService warns of heavy rain for Hawke's Bay and Gisborne/Tairawhiti, with southerly gales affecting central New Zealand. Expect 60-90mm of rain, potential flooding, and difficult driving conditions until Friday morning.
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Hawke's Bay, Gisborne, and Marlborough Sounds
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain in Hawke's Bay and Gisborne, and strong southerly gales in Marlborough Sounds. Residents should prepare for flooding, slips, and high winds, with an update expected by 9:00pm Thursday.
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Clearer Skies and Frosty Mornings Expected for Matariki Celebrations After Severe Weather
New Zealand transitions from severe weather to a clear, cold Matariki weekend. Heavy rain and snow caused disruptions, but settled conditions are expected, offering ideal viewing for Matariki and outdoor activities.
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MetService Predicts Minimal Severe Weather Risk for New Zealand
MetService forecasts minimal severe weather risk across New Zealand from July 11-14, 2026. Highs, weak troughs, and fronts will bring some rain and winds, but the likelihood of warnings being issued remains low for the coming days.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain in Hawke's Bay and Gisborne/Tairawhiti, and strong southerly gales for Taranaki and Marlborough Sounds, urging caution and preparedness.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, and Snow Across New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for New Zealand, including heavy rain in eastern regions, strong southerly gales in central areas, and potential heavy snow in the south, urging public caution and preparation.
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Hikes OCR, Battles Severe Weather, Shark Attack Survivor Finds Comfort
One News NZ reports New Zealand's Reserve Bank hiked the official cash rate, severe weather caused damage and cancellations, and a shark attack survivor found comfort in Kiwi support.
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New Zealand Weather: Red Warning Lifts for Kaikōura, Severe Conditions Persist Elsewhere
New Zealand faces ongoing severe weather, with Kaikōura's Red Warning lifted but heavy rain persisting. Watches and warnings for heavy rain, snow, and strong winds affect Otago, Wairarapa, Hawke's Bay, and Cook Strait, before a settled but frosty weekend.
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MetService Forecasts Strong Southerlies and Rain for North Island
MetService's latest outlook predicts strong southerlies and potential warning-level rain for parts of the North Island on Friday, July 10. The severe weather risk remains minimal for the rest of the weekend and early next week across New Zealand.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Heavy Rain, Snow, and Gales
MetService warns of heavy rain in eastern New Zealand, snow in the south, and southerly gales centrally. Orange warnings are active for Horowhenua, Manawatu, Taihape, Tararua, Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa, and Wellington, with potential for flooding and slips.
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Central Otago Motorists Urged to Delay Travel Amid Severe Weather
New Zealand Police advise motorists in Central Otago to delay travel due to heavy snowfall and black ice. Areas like Ōmakau, Ida Valley, Ranfurly, and Naseby are affected, with snow chains required on Crown Range.
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MetService Issues Red Warning for Heavy Rain in Eastern South Island
MetService has issued a Red Warning for heavy rain in eastern Marlborough and Canterbury, forecasting significant flooding and travel disruption. Orange warnings are also in effect for surrounding areas, with southerly gales expected in central parts.
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Media Monitor: One News NZ reports Kaikōura emergency, Supreme Court quashes murder convictions
One News NZ reports a state of emergency in Kaikōura due to flooding, the Supreme Court quashing Red Fox Tavern murder convictions, and a caregiver exposed as a rapist, alongside energy cost discussions.
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Red Rain Warning Extended for Marlborough and Upper Canterbury Amid Severe Flooding Risks
MetService extends a Red Warning for heavy rain in eastern Marlborough and upper Canterbury until Wednesday, with significant flooding, slips, and road closures expected across the upper South Island.
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Driver Rescued from Mt Lyford Floodwaters by Specialist Teams
Fire and Emergency New Zealand's specialist water rescue teams saved a driver from floodwaters near Mt Lyford. Pre-deployed from Canterbury, these teams are now responding to a crash on Inland Kaikoura Road, urging public safety on affected roads.
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MetService Warns of Severe Weather, Heavy Rain, and Gales for Central and Northern New Zealand
MetService forecasts severe weather for central and northern New Zealand from Thursday to Friday, including heavy rain and gales. Conditions are expected to ease by the weekend as a high-pressure ridge builds.
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MetService Issues Red and Orange Severe Weather Warnings for South Island, Lower North Island
MetService has issued Red and Orange Severe Weather Warnings for heavy rain and strong southerly gales across parts of the South Island and lower North Island, urging residents to prepare for significant impacts.
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Inland Kaikoura Road Closed Due to Flooding
Inland Kaikoura Road is closed due to severe flooding from recent extreme weather, with Cribb Creek having burst its banks and its bridge deemed unsafe for travel. Authorities urge people to stay home.
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Waitaki Drivers Warned of Black Ice Amid Freezing Temperatures
New Zealand Police issue a black ice warning for Waitaki drivers. Heavy rain, flooding, and freezing temperatures create hazardous road conditions, with a highway closure in effect. Motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution.
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MetService Issues Red Heavy Rain Warning for Marlborough and North Canterbury
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for New Zealand's South Island and Wairarapa, including a Red Heavy Rain Warning for Marlborough and North Canterbury, forecasting significant rainfall, flooding, slips, and severe gales.
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State Highway 6 Closed Due to High Winds
New Zealand Police have closed State Highway 6 between Whataroa and Harihari due to high winds. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes or delay travel for safety.
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Media Monitor: One News NZ Reports Severe Weather, Australian PM Apology, Auckland Crash, and Lotto Changes
One News NZ is reporting on severe weather in New Zealand's South Island, an apology from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, a car crash in central Auckland, and changes to Lotto NZ's winner announcements.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for South Island, Wairarapa
MetService issues severe weather warnings for the South Island and Wairarapa, including a Red Heavy Rain Warning for Marlborough and North Canterbury, forecasting significant flooding, slips, and severe gales.
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