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Heavy Rain and Snow Warning South Island | Auckland News
South Island, brace for impact—MetService has issued an Orange heavy rain warning for Westland, with potential for a Red upgrade. Expect 400-500mm of rain in the ranges and 150-200mm even closer to the coast, starting Wednesday afternoon. Inland Otago and South Canterbury may see heavy snow. Clear drains, avoid low-lying areas, and prepare for flash flooding and slips. Meanwhile, heavy rain watches are active for Grey District, Fiordland, and lake headwaters, while snow threatens Canterbury High Country and Otago above 800m—with possible drifts down to 400m. Snow could damage trees, power…
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