Cyclone Niran causes extensive damage in New Caledonia
Niran generated winds up to 220km/h, damaging buildings and cutting power.
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Cyclone Yasa: Fijians told to expect widespread destruction
Fiji is bracing for a monster storm with 16m waves and 350km/h winds.
Cyclone Yasa intensifies to 200km/h category-4 winds
'Those in Fiji should immediately begin preparing for a major weather event.'
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Hurricane Iota now a Category 5 storm
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Tropical Storm Iota could follow Eta's deadly path
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Heavy thunderstorm hits Auckland as commuters head home
MetService is expecting the hailstorm to last for at least the next hour in Auckland.
Aucklanders warned of gale-force winds today, Harbour Bridge may close
'Safety is our priority and we will not hesitate to close the bridge if necessary.'
Gulf Coast braces, again, for hurricane as Zeta takes aim
Zeta is expected to regain hurricane strength before landfall south of New Orleans.
Live animal export ban lifts but SAFE wants total ban on livestock shipments
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Hurricane Delta hits the US
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Auckland Harbour Bridge stays open as worst of today's weather passes
MetService says things will start to ease off this afternoon.
Stormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could close
Authorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.
Destructive gales, torrential rain to blast southern and central NZ
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Hundreds of thousands still without power in Hurricane Sally clean-up
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'He wanted to see the world': Southland man aboard ill-fated missing ship
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Cattle export ship a sitting duck in typhoon
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Laura cleanup could mean weeks without power
The destructive storm surge has receded, and the cleanup has begun from Hurricane Laura.
Hurricane Laura: At least six dead as monster storm wreaks havoc
Laura is the strongest storm to hit the US coast in 165 years, bigger than Katrina.
Riders on the storm: Cycling world stunned by freak injuries
The cycling world has been left shocked by the gruesome injuries revealed by star riders.
Stranded boaties in 'dire' situation appeal for New Zealand's help
Stranded boaties are seeking refuge in New Zealand as the dangerous cyclone season looms.
Roads closed, travel delays - Far North 'cut off' by floods
School holiday travellers warned to stay off roads and delay travel back to Auckland.
Flooding threatens Gisborne region, homes evacuated
The Hikuwai River is flowing at the same levels that caused the damaging 2018 floods.
Once-in-500-year storm floods Northland, traps residents
A mammoth storm, flooding and tornado have damaged homes and trapped residents.
Heavy rain warning: Upper North Island in for a soaking
Auckland's dams will get a little treat, while Northland will bear the brunt.
Cruel twist: Family's insurance battle after tornado wrecked home
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Intense showery conditions that are prevalent today are forecast to ease tonight.
Wild Wednesday: Strong winds, chance of tornadoes - but the dams are filling
Strong winds are expected in the region today, with Rangitoto ferry sailings cancelled.
Wild Wednesday: Auckland tornado warning, prospect of power cuts
Wild winds that could cause tornadoes and gale surges forecast for North Island