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Sever Thunderstorm Warning

Severe thunderstorm warning


The MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Colville, Cape Colville and the Mercury Islands for this afternoon.

These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain, large hail, damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in force for AUCKLAND, BAY OF PLENTY, COROMANDEL PENINSULA, GREAT BARRIER ISLAND, NORTHLAND and WAIKATO.

The Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management advises that as storms approach you should:

• Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows;

• Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside;

• Move cars under cover or away from trees;

• Secure any loose objects around your property;

• Check that drains and gutters are clear;

• Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving.

During and after the storm, you should also:

• Beware of fallen trees and power lines;

• Avoid streams and drains as you may be swept away in flash flooding.

ENDS

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