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MetService Issues Severe Heavy Rain Warning for South Island
MetService has issued an Orange Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain across the northern and western South Island from Sunday, May 31, 2026, with up to 600mm possible in Tasman and risks of flooding and slips.
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Moa Point Wastewater Plant Recovery Roadmap Unveiled
Wellington Water and City Council have released a recovery roadmap and damage report for the Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant, outlining steps for restoration after April's severe floods and landslips, providing a clear timeline for the community.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central and Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings as a deepening low-pressure system approaches New Zealand, bringing heavy rain up to 300 mm and damaging wind gusts of 140 km/h to central and southern regions through Saturday.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Across New Zealand
MetService has issued multiple severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across central and southern New Zealand, with up to 600mm of rain expected in Westland and wind gusts reaching 140km/h in exposed areas.
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MetService Issues Orange Heavy Rain Warnings for South Island
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for the north and west of New Zealand's South Island, forecasting up to 400 millimetres of rain, potential flooding, and severe gales through Saturday.
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Orange Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Westland District Ahead of Severe Weekend Weather
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the Westland District, predicting up to 350 millimetres of rain. Residents face potential flooding and slips, with further severe weather and gales expected to hit the South Island this weekend.
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MetService Issues Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Western South Island
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the ranges of the Westland District, forecasting up to 250 millimetres of rain. Residents are advised to clear drains and prepare for potential flooding and hazardous driving conditions.
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Wellington Weather Event Prompts 200 Emergency Calls
Wellington emergency services responded to 200 weather-related calls including flooding and landslides. Specialist resources are on standby as further heavy rain is forecast. Residents are urged to avoid travel and floodwaters.
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warnings for Bay of Plenty and Tasman
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Bay of Plenty and Tasman, with periods of heavy rain expected to cause rapid river rises, surface flooding, and difficult driving conditions.
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Red Weather Warning Issued for Northland as Severe Rain and Wind Batter New Zealand
Northland faces a Red Severe Weather Warning with heavy rain and strong winds causing significant disruption. Other regions also under severe weather alerts as a new system approaches.
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New Zealand Braces for Continued Severe Weather with Red Warnings in Place
Heavy rain and strong winds persist across New Zealand, with a Red Warning for Northland highlighting risks of flooding, slips, and travel disruption. Further warnings cover multiple regions.
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MetService Issues Red Rain Warning for Northland Amidst Approaching Subtropical Low
Northland faces a Red Warning for heavy rain from Wednesday to Friday, with potential for thunderstorms, significant flooding, and slips as a subtropical low approaches.
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Wellington Drivers Urged to Avoid Roads Due to Heavy Rain and Flooding
Motorists in the greater Wellington area, especially the Hutt Valley, are advised to stay off the roads due to heavy rainfall and flooding. Drivers should exercise caution if travel is necessary.
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Severe Weather Warning Issued for North and South Islands
MetService issues Red and Orange warnings for heavy rain and severe gales across eastern, central, and southern North Island, Marlborough, North Canterbury, and Chatham Islands. Worst conditions expected overnight Sunday.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings with Red Rain Alerts for Multiple Regions
New Zealand faces heavy rain, downpours, and severe gales as a tropical low approaches. Red Rain Warnings are in effect for Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Gisborne.
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MetService Issues Red Warnings for Extreme Rainfall in North Island
MetService has escalated weather alerts to Red Warnings for significant rainfall in Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and northern Tairāwhiti Gisborne, anticipating widespread disruption and danger.
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warnings for Northern North Island
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Northland, Auckland north of the Harbour Bridge, Great Barrier Island, and the Coromandel Peninsula, with potential for severe downpours and flooding.
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Northland
Heavy rain is forecast for parts of Northland, with potential for rapid river rises, surface flooding, and difficult driving conditions. Residents are advised to prepare.
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Fiordland and Southern Westland
MetService has issued an orange-level heavy rain warning for Fiordland south of Milford Sound, with 125 to 135 mm of rain expected. Southern Westland is also under a heavy rain watch.
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Police Assist Ambulance Carrying Newborn Blocked by Floods in Awakino Gorge
A patient transfer service ambulance carrying a newborn became trapped by flooding and slips in Awakino Gorge. Police and roading contractors worked together to ensure the safety of all those stranded.
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Vehicle Stranded in Flood Waters Near Tokoroa
A vehicle became stranded in flood waters north of Tokoroa on Old Taupō Road. Occupants are safe, but motorists should avoid the area between Wiltsdown and Matanuku Roads due to high flood waters.
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SH3 Impassable Due to Slips and Flooding in Awakino Gorge
State Highway 3 north of Awakino is currently impassable due to flooding and slips caused by severe weather. Motorists are advised to avoid the area until contractors clear the road.
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Red Warning Issued for Heavy Rain in Tasman District
A Red Warning for Heavy Rain has been issued for the Tasman District in New Zealand, with other regions under Orange Warnings for heavy rain and strong winds. Residents are urged to stay updated and take precautions.
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Media Monitor: Taranaki residents battle flooding during thunderstorm
RNZ reports that parts of Taranaki, New Zealand, experienced flash flooding, slips, and sewage overflows after thunderstorms brought up to 280mm of rain in 24 hours.
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Travel Advisory Issued for Taranaki Region Due to Flooding
Police advise against driving in Taranaki due to heavy rain and flooding, urging those who must travel to use headlights and maintain safe distances.
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Upper North Island
MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the upper North Island, warning of heavy rain, potential flooding, and possible slips. Residents are advised to monitor conditions.
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Body Found, Flood Warning, Cyber Attack
RNZ is reporting on a body found in Auckland, flood warnings for Nelson-Tasman, a Qantas cyber attack affecting millions, and a Woolworths beef mince recall due to plastic contamination.
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Hit by Severe Weather
Radio New Zealand reports that heavy rain is causing travel disruption, flooding, and evacuations in parts of New Zealand, especially in the South Island and Auckland.
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Travel Disruption Expected in Nelson Bays Due to Flooding
Due to adverse weather conditions, police are advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel in the Nelson Bays area, with flooding and potential road closures expected.
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New Zealand Weather Emergency: Flooding, Power Outages, and Travel Disruptions
New Zealand faces widespread flooding in Canterbury, power outages in Wellington, and travel disruptions. KiwiSaver returns are hit by market ructions, while Levin farmers launch mushroom coffee.
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