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Apr 2024
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South Island's West Coast prepares for h...

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The West Coast is preparing for a serious rain event with the Met Service now warning of up to 62 hours of heavy rain forecast between Tuesday and Thursday. Orange heavy rain warnings and watches are in place for the Westland District, Otago and Fiordland - along with gale force winds as a front moves in from the Tasman Sea. MetService has said they cou ... Show More
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