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      Home > News > Environment

    A bout of rough weather is bound for the South Island's West Coast

    A bout of rough weather is bound for the South Island's West Coast


    MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Westland, expected to hit over the coming hour.

    The thunderstorms are expected to bring very heavy rain, possibly tornadoes and hail.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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