Weather
Flash flood submerges Nelson streets, manholes erupt
Locals have described cows being washed down rivers as fire crews respond to dozens of calls for help.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 26 May 2025
In today's episode, firefighters are responding to a large number of flooding incidents in central Nelson following heavy rainfall, former National MP Marilyn Waring has gathered female former MPs to… Audio
Heavy rain causes flooding in Nelson
Firefighters are responding to a large number of flooding incidents in central Nelson following heavy rainfall. Mayor of Nelson Nick Smith spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Heavy rain, severe thunderstorms on cards for North Island
MetService watches are in place for Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo and Taranaki. Audio
Two or three typhoons possible in Guam and CNMI for rest of 2025
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says tropical cyclones can occur throughout the year across the western North Pacific.
Wild weather to hit western parts of NZ
MetService warnings and watches are in place for heavy rain and severe gales forecast, particularly for the West Coast. Audio
Severe weather warnings for NZ as heavy rain, strong wind approaches
MetService has issued 11 weather watches and warnings across the country.
West Coast, Canterbury and Otago in for a drenching
Heavy rain warnings have been issued for parts of the South Island, with up to 190mm on the way.
Emergency mobile alerts - how they work, why you're getting them
Explainer - Every May, NEMA sends out an emergency alert as part of an annual test of the system. Here's what you need to know. Video
Four dead as record floods devastate eastern Australia
As flood waters ease concerns turn to snakes, contaminants and live power lines.
Massive floods strand more than 50,000 in eastern Australia
More than half a year's rain has fallen in some areas and it's not over yet.
Make the most of sunny weather while it lasts, forecaster says
Temperatures are expected to go up a few notches over the next few days.
NSW floods: Man's body found in home, Albanese offers condolences
The Bureau of Meteorology gauge at Taree airport has recorded 491mm of rain over the last 72 hours.
Flash floods cut off Australian towns, residents flee to rooftops
Authorities issued snap evacuation orders in Australia's southeast as heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash North Island, Hutt river floods
The upper north was hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms overnight, with roads closing due to flooding from the Hutt River. Audio
Heavy rain hits upper North Island
The upper North Island was hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms overnight, but the Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Auckland has now been lifted. MetService meteorologist John Law spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Hutt River highest in year as heavy rain, thunderstorms hit North Island
Several roads in Lower Hutt are closed tonight due to surface flooding.
Teens rescued after one swept away in rising Tararua river
The two boys "did lots of things right" in the tricky conditions, including having a locator beacon with them, police say.
Tornadoes kill more than 20 in south-central US
They laid waste to local communities and cut off electricity to nearly 200,000 people.
Heavy rain and strong wind warnings for some
An active low pressure system moves east across the South Island late Saturday, while an associated front moves across the North Island on Sunday.
