SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH LIFTED: (11 NOVEMBER 2026)

Update 11 November 7.30 PM

MetService has cancelled all thunderstorm warnings and watches for the Waikato region. For weather updates: go to www.metservice.com

Update 11 November: 2.39 PM

Regarding the severe thunderstorm warning applied to the Waikato region: MetService New Zealand says these thunderstorms were expected to be accompanied by torrential rain and hail.

Torrential rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous. Hail can cause damage to crops, orchards and vines and may make driving conditions hazardous.

Weather conditions can change quickly, so please take care and stay up to date with information from MetService.

For the latest weather warnings and watches, visit: https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home
Please call 111 regarding house flooding or emergencies. Phone Council on 0800 734 000 for any roading, water or sewerage issues.

𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗗𝗢:

• Drive with caution in heavy rain
• If you see flooding, don't drive, walk, swim, or play in the water.

𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦:

• Check for road closures: www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner
• Get your household ready: www.getready.govt.nz