Wild weather: Residents urged to prepare, pack getaway bag as heavy rain looms
Civil Defence emergency operation centres have opened in Westport and Hokitika.
Civil Defence emergency operation centres have opened in Westport and Hokitika.
North Island's east coast was in the firing line but may escape the worst of the storm.
Hot weather could be a recipe for disaster as dangerous waves hit eastern coastline.
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"We heard the ceiling creaking. Then in a split second it all happened."
More than 60 flights in and out of Wellington Airport today have been disrupted.
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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.
Following last week's heavy rain, new warning debris could damage Auckland power lines.
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Do not do activities that may require search and rescue services.
Thunderstorms will light up North Island skies across the day before a wild weekend.
Engineers scramble to fix broken stopbanks before another round of downpours hits.
Couple thought their mini break would be 'wonderful' ... until things turned 'wild'.
A severe wind warning has been issued as winds are expected to gust up to 140km/h.
Raging torrents in Germany and Belgium swept away cars and homes.
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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Help and support will continue to be offered for those most directly affected by tornado.
Last year similar waves washed over homes, broke windows, and caused flooding.
Downtown Community Ministry had outreach teams looking for rough sleepers today.
Shirley Corles-Davis is still angry at being asked if she wanted to sell her house.
Builders, with hands on hips, surveyed the damage while their lackeys pulled out rubbish.