Storm brings heavy rain and flooding as it moves north

Monday 7 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 7 Sep, 7:11am

In this story Fire and Emergency New Zealand, MetService

A large weather system has caused flooding, slips, and strong winds across New Zealand. Emergency services assisted people trapped in floodwaters near Murchison and a person in a blown-over shed in Northland. Several state highways on the West Coast were closed due to the conditions.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 7 Sep, 7:01am

   Weather live updates: Storm brings fresh flooding, strong winds as it heads north (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsMon 7 Sep, 7:11am

   Shed flipped, cars stuck in floodwater as wild weather heads north (opens in new tab)