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A severe weather warning has been issued for Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa and Manawatu.
MetService says westerlies will rise to gales between Hastings and Pahiatua tonight. Gusts could reach 120 kilometres per hour at times.
The bad weather could last until tomorrow morning, and cause damage to trees, utility lines and insecure roofs. Driving conditions could also be hazardous for high-sided vehicles and motorcyclists.
- NEWSTALK ZB
