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Auckland Faces Heavy Rain as North Island Prepares

7/17/2025

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Auckland and parts of the North Island brace for heavy rain starting Thursday morning, with localized downpours on the horizon. Northland is grappling with fierce winds, leaving hundreds without power. Meanwhile, Gisborne and Hawke's Bay prepare for potential flooding and treacherous driving conditions, while the South Island enjoys clearer skies.

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Auckland and parts of the North Island brace for heavy rain starting Thursday morning, with localized downpours on the horizon. Northland is grappling with fierce winds, leaving hundreds without power. Meanwhile, Gisborne and Hawke's Bay prepare for potential flooding and treacherous driving conditions, while the South Island enjoys clearer skies.