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Severe Storms and Flooding Devastate New Zealand Regions

5/26/2025

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Severe thunderstorms are looming over Northland, Auckland, Waikato, and Taranaki, with heavy rains forecasted to unleash 25-40 mm/h from 5pm to 6am. The threat of surface flooding and landslides is real. Meanwhile, Nelson and Westport are grappling with devastating floods, as Vanguard St remains submerged under a staggering 200-300mm of water.

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Story summary

Severe thunderstorms are looming over Northland, Auckland, Waikato, and Taranaki, with heavy rains forecasted to unleash 25-40 mm/h from 5pm to 6am. The threat of surface flooding and landslides is real. Meanwhile, Nelson and Westport are grappling with devastating floods, as Vanguard St remains submerged under a staggering 200-300mm of water.