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Thunderstorm threat for western and lower SI
A blast of cold air slated to spread across the South Island tomorrow will also kick off a few thunderstorms…
Big Tasman high will spark cold snap for SI
Our first big spring storm will be on its way out over the next 48 hours, taking the heavy rain…
More rain and wind for the South Island
High pressure to the north of the country and low pressure to the south will combine to create a strong,…
Video: Lightning and hail from Riccarton yesterday evening
Mark Darbyshire filmed some amazing lightning yesterday evening in Riccarton, Christchurch as the thunderstorm passed over. There are two clips,…
Scary, but beautiful
Last night’s freak thunderstorm in Christchurch produced marble-sized hail, heavy rain, stunning lightning and more than a few frayed nerves….
Storm chase produces amazing lightning
Yesterday afternoon things were heating up on the Canterbury plains and conditions were becoming unstable, I went out for a…
Christchurch hit by freak hailstorm
“A spectacular light show” That’s how one Cantab described tonight’s thunderstorms as they rumbled through Christchurch early this evening. Heavy…
Southland residents asked to be careful with fires as dry weather continues
Southland Rural Fire is advising locals to be careful when lighting outdoor fires following what they describe as “a short…
Skydiver seriously injured in fall
A skydiver has been flown to hospital with multiple serious injuries after his parachute failed over Motueka airport. Emergency services…
Another burst of heavy rain for Canterbury – then good news
Weatherwatch.co.nz forecasters say another surge in heavy rain is expected across much of the eastern South Island today – but…
