Flight cancelled after Air NZ plane is struck by lightning
An Air New Zealand flight from Dunedin to Auckland was cancelled today after an aircraft was struck by…
Nearly 500 lightning strikes in 3-hour period across North Island
MetService says thunderstorms are sparking along an active frontal band of rain as it quickly pushes northwards across…
Properties damaged, roofs lifted in reported tornado near Whakatāne
Several properties have been damaged with some roofing ripped off after a reported tornado near Whakatāne this afternoon.…
Thunderstorms, heavy rain on the cards for parts of North Island
The school holidays is forecast to end on a sodden note for many, with thunderstorms and heavy rain…
‘Bitter night’ for parts of South Island
It has been a “bitter night” for parts of the South Island as plummeting temperatures brought snow and…
Digital billboards to display MetService severe weather warnings
More than 500 digital billboards across New Zealand will now display MetService’s real-time warning information, alongside safety messaging…
High wind alert for Akl Harbour Bridge, gales for central and southern NZ
Motorists are being advised to take care on the Auckland Harbour Bridge tomorrow afternoon as strong winds are…
Rain warnings as front moves across North Island
Several warnings for rain have been issued as a front slowly makes its way across parts of the…
West Coast weather radar out for ‘extended period’ after lightning strike
A West Coast weather radar is expected to be out of action for an “extended period” after a…
Slip closes West Coast highway, heavy downpours for lower North
More wild weather is expected to impact isolated parts of the country today, with MetService warning of significant…
Spring weather ‘with some oomph’ for school holidays
Kiwis kicking off their school holidays today should brace for a turbulent week of spring weather, with a…
Strong winds hit Canterbury overnight, power outages reported
Extreme winds have hit exposed parts of Canterbury this morning, MetService says. A rare red level strong wind…