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Much of the North Island can expect thunderstorms on Thursday between 1pm and 7pm, with some becoming severe, MetService says.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Waikato, Waitomo, Taumarunui, Taupō, Hawke's Bay, Taihape, Wanganui, Manawatū, Tararua and Wairarapa.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for central parts of the North Island. Full details at https://t.co/GZIq9J48pw pic.twitter.com/gL1nMxmyfK
— MetService (@MetService) November 16, 2022
Localised downpours with intensities of 25 to 40 mm per hour may be seen from Thursday afternoon to evening, MetService said.
The heavy rainfall could cause surface flooding and slips, it said.
Waves of showers and thunderstorms will impact a good part of NZ, especially the North Island.
— NIWA Weather (@NiwaWeather) November 16, 2022
Downpours are likely, too.
Risk for localised flash flooding and slips.
Perhaps some afternoon clearing ⛅️ tomorrow for the upper North Island. pic.twitter.com/x3hoQEMse0
