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Thunderstorms Roll Up Central/eastern South Island Friday Afternoon As Temperatures Hit High 20s
Thunderstorms are moving their way up Te Wai Pounamu/the South Island this afternoon after a day of hot temperatures.
All road users and other people in exposed spots are advised to take extra care in these circumstances, says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and MetService.
The National Emergency Management Agency provides this advice:
“These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain, large hail and frequent lightning.
Driving conditions can become extremely hazardous.
If caught in an
electrical storm you should:
- Take shelter,
preferably indoors away from windows;
- Avoid
sheltering under trees, if outside;
- Get back to
land, if outdoors on the water;
- Move cars under
cover or away from trees;
- Be ready to slow down
or stop, if driving;
- Beware of fallen trees and
power lines;
- Avoid streams and drains given
there is potential for flash
flooding.”
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