Category: weather
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MetService Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk as Ridge Builds Over New Zealand
MetService's severe weather outlook shows minimal risk through Monday as a ridge of high pressure moves in, with low confidence of warning-level rain in Fiordland and Westland midweek.
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Cold Front Sweeps New Zealand, Showery Weekend Ahead
A cold front is moving up New Zealand with rain, showers and snow on ridgetops. MetService forecasts a showery southwest flow into the weekend, with fine spells and rain for the south and west.
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MetService Predicts Minimal Severe Weather, Watch for Tuesday Rain in South Island
MetService forecasts minimal severe weather risk for New Zealand this weekend and early next week. However, low confidence exists for warning-level rainfall in northern Fiordland, southern Westland, and Otago headwaters by Tuesday as a front approaches.
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MetService Forecasts Strong Southwest Flow for Friday, Easing Over Weekend
MetService predicts strong southwest winds with low confidence of severe gales for parts of Southland, Stewart Island, Clutha, and Dunedin on Friday. Conditions are expected to ease over the weekend and early next week.
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Severe Gales Expected for Southern New Zealand Coastal Areas
MetService forecasts moderate confidence of severe gale-force west to southwest winds for coastal Southland, Stewart Island, Clutha, and Dunedin on Friday and Saturday, with minimal severe weather risk on other days.
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Classical Spring Weather Brings Rain and Thunderstorms to New Zealand
New Zealand anticipates a week of classical spring weather, with the North Island facing heavy rain and thunderstorms, while the South Island prepares for a significant front later in the week, all under mild temperatures.
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MetService Forecasts Severe Gales for Southern Coastal Areas
MetService predicts moderate confidence of severe gale-force west to southwest winds for coastal Southland, Stewart Island, Clutha, and Dunedin on Friday and Saturday, with minimal risk earlier in the week.
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Watch for Ruahine Range, Lifts Other Warnings
MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the Ruahine Range today due to a complex low-pressure system. Other severe weather warnings for the Tararua Range, Buller District, and Nelson Lakes have been lifted as conditions improve.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warning for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for heavy rain and strong winds in central New Zealand, impacting areas like the Tararua Range, Buller District, and Nelson Lakes, with potential flooding and slips.
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Severe Gale Winds Possible for Southern New Zealand Coasts on Friday
MetService forecasts moderate confidence of severe gale west to southwest winds for coastal Southland, Clutha, Dunedin, and Stewart Island on Friday, September 11, 2026, with minimal severe weather risk earlier in the week.
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MetService Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued an Orange Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain across central New Zealand, including Tararua Range, Grey, Buller, and Nelson Lakes, from Sunday into Monday, warning of flooding and slips.
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MetService Issues Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued an Orange Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain in central New Zealand, including Grey, Buller, and Nelson Lakes, from Sunday morning. Expect significant rainfall, potential flooding, and hazardous driving conditions.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for Central and Northern New Zealand
MetService forecasts severe weather for Monday, September 7, 2026, with moderate confidence of warning-level rainfall in central and northern New Zealand, including Tararua Range and Buller. Minimal severe weather is expected later in the week.
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MetService Warns of Heavy Rain, Gales for Central New Zealand
MetService warns central New Zealand of heavy rain and northwest gales this weekend. An Orange Heavy Rain Warning is active for Grey and Buller Districts, with potential for flooding and slips. Residents should prepare for difficult conditions.
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MetService Issues Severe Gale Warning for Canterbury High Country
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for northwest gales in the Canterbury High Country on Saturday, September 5, 2026. This comes as previous heavy rain and strong wind warnings for Tararua Range, Wellington, and Wairarapa have been lifted.
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Search for Missing Hiker Gareth Anderson Paused in Craigieburn Forest Park
New Zealand Police have paused the search for Gareth Anderson, missing after being swept down a river near Craigieburn Forest Park. Adverse weather conditions halted extensive aerial and ground efforts to locate him following a hiking incident.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService forecasts a complex low-pressure system to bring severe weather to New Zealand from Sunday, September 6. Moderate confidence for heavy rain in Westland, Grey, and Buller, with low confidence for severe gales in Wellington and Marlborough Sounds.
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Severe Weather Expected for New Zealand's South Island This Weekend
MetService forecasts a complex low-pressure system bringing severe weather risks to New Zealand from Sunday, September 6. Moderate confidence for heavy rain in Westland, Grey, and Buller, with low confidence for gales in Wellington and Marlborough Sounds.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Lower North Island
MetService has issued Orange Warnings for heavy rain in Tararua Range and severe gales in Wellington and Wairarapa today. Strong westerlies are also expected for parts of the South Island tomorrow, urging caution.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued Orange warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across central New Zealand for Friday, September 4, impacting areas from the Tararua Range to Canterbury and Wellington.
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Braces for Strong Winds Friday
NZTA Waka Kotahi warns motorists of strong winds on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this Friday, September 4. Gusts up to 80 km/h are expected between midday and 4pm, urging drivers to exercise caution and check for updates.
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New Zealand Braces for "Four Seasons" Weather This Spring Weekend
New Zealand faces a weekend of varied weather, including strong winds, heavy rain in the west, and mild conditions in the east. A new low-pressure system will bring widespread rain by Sunday.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Warnings for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued Orange Severe Weather Warnings for heavy rain in Canterbury and strong winds in Wellington and Wairarapa, effective from early Friday, September 4, 2026. Residents should prepare for potential flooding, slips, and property damage.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand Weekend
MetService forecasts potential severe gales for Canterbury High Country and heavy rain for Westland, Grey, and Buller ranges this weekend. Wellington and Marlborough Sounds also face a low risk of severe gales on Sunday.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Rain Expected Across New Zealand
MetService forecasts strong northwest winds and potential heavy rain for parts of New Zealand from Friday, September 4. Regions like Wellington and Canterbury face moderate confidence for severe gales, with an update expected Thursday.
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService forecasts strong northwesterly flows, heavy rain, and severe gales for New Zealand from September 3-6, 2026. Regions like Buller, Wellington, and Fiordland face varying confidence levels for severe weather warnings.
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Taupō Bay Woman Rescued from Rapidly Rising River
A woman was rescued from rising river waters in Taupō Bay after heavy rain trapped her during a hike. A multi-agency team navigated difficult conditions to ensure her safe return, highlighting the importance of preparedness.
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Motorists Warned as High Winds Cause Crash in Central Hawke's Bay
New Zealand Police are urging motorists, especially those in high-sided vehicles, to drive carefully in Central Hawke's Bay due to strong winds. This warning follows a two-vehicle crash on the Waipawa Bridge where a caravan was blown over.
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Police Urge Public to Avoid Tauhara Fire Area
New Zealand Police advise the public to avoid Broadlands Road in Tauhara due to a fire reported at 2:45 pm. Emergency services are on scene, battling the blaze in windy, dry conditions.
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New Zealand Braces for Wintry Start to Spring Before Warm-Up
New Zealand faces a week of contrasting weather, with strong winds and low-level snow giving way to warmer spring temperatures. MetService warns of immediate hazards while forecasting a significant temperature rise by Thursday.
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