The Metservice has cancelled the Heavy Rain Watch and
Strong Wind Watch for our District.
Issued at: 8:26pm
Monday, 26th July 2021
Situation
A trough is
forecast to move across the South Island tonight (Monday)
then away to the east overnight, with heavy rain across
northern and western parts of the South Island then easing.
Heavy Rain Warnings remain in force for northwest Nelson and
southern Westland, while a Heavy Rain Watch remains in force
for southern Buller. People are advised to keep up to date
with the latest
forecasts.
Cancellations
Strong Wind Warning
for Gisborne – Orange
Situation
A trough is
forecast to move across the South Island tonight (Monday)
then away to the east overnight, with heavy rain across
northern and western parts of the South Island then easing.
Heavy Rain Warnings remain in force for northwest Nelson and
southern Westland, while a Heavy Rain Watch remains in force
for southern Buller. People are advised to keep up to date
with the latest forecasts.
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