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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northland.
MetService has now lifted a severe thunderstorm warning for areas in the far north and Whangārei after “very heavy rain” was expected to hit late Saturday night.
The storm warning was issued at 9:38 p.m. and was lifted shortly after 10:30 p.m. Saturday.
The thunderstorm pelted Kawakawa, Kerikeri and Moerewa, and Hikurnagi, Whananaki, Whakapara, Puhipuhi and Helena Bay were all reported to be in the line of fire.
MetService ranger Tuporo Marsters said the storm is likely to be short-lived, but that doesn’t mean people should be wary.
“Watch out for surface floods, flash floods in streams and gullies. Keep an eye on driving conditions,” said Marsters.
Residents are advised to be on the lookout for fallen trees and power lines and avoid streams and drains prone to flash flooding.