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13 Feb 2026 7:53
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  •   Home > News > Environment

    A severe weather warning is in place for central New Zealand and Westland

    A severe weather warning is in place for central New Zealand and Westland


    MetService says heavy rain is forecast today and tomorrow.

    It says the heaviest falls are expected about the Tararua Range, where a heavy rain warning remains in force.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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