'Heartbroken': Upset as Westport evacuates again; Worst rain still to come
Evacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.
Evacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.
Civil Defence emergency operation centres have opened in Westport and Hokitika.
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High winds drove waves as high as 6m yesterday, cancelling ferries and disrupting flights.
Heavy rain, snow and gales are forecast for parts of central and southern NZ.
Winds could reach up to 160km/h in exposed parts bringing further damage.
The Wellington region is under a strong wind warning until at least 7pm today.
Two trucks have come off the road and roofing iron has been sent flying in strong winds.
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Do not do activities that may require search and rescue services.
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A severe wind warning has been issued as winds are expected to gust up to 140km/h.
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Slips, floodings and possible thunderstorms for some parts of the South Island.
More rain is forecast for parts of Northland this evening.
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Last year similar waves washed over homes, broke windows, and caused flooding.
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