Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Otago and Canterbury

Otago Daily TimesRNZWednesday 19 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Otago and Canterbury. The warnings, effective from Wednesday afternoon, alert residents to potential large hail and intense downpours with rainfall rates between 25 and 35 millimetres per hour.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Wed 19 Feb 2025, 4:30am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 6 hours
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