Severe weather warning - a windy end to the school holidays
A deep low is expected to move east across central New Zealand overnight Thursday. Strong cold southerlies in the wake of this low are likely to bring snow to low levels over many South Island areas and severe southerly gales to parts of central New Zealand and also Taranaki during Friday. A severe gale warning is now in force for exposed parts of Marlborough, Wellington and Taranaki.
Strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures. Driving may be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
Area: Taranaki
Valid: 8 hours from 5:00pm Friday to 1:00am Saturday
Forecast: Southeasterly gales, severe gusting 120 km/h in exposed places, especially about and north of Mt Taranaki.
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