West Coast weather radar offline after massive lightning strike

Tuesday 23 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 23 Sep 2025, 12:33pm

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MetService's Westland rain radar near the Hokitika River will be out of action for an extended period. A powerful lightning strike last Thursday damaged the radar tower and its protective cover. Technical teams have completed an initial assessment of the site.

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1. 1NewsTue 23 Sep 2025, 10:43am

   West Coast weather radar out for 'extended period' after lightning strike (opens in new tab)

2. The PressTue 23 Sep 2025, 12:33pm

   Hokitika rain radar offline after lightning strike (opens in new tab)