Moderate Severe Storm ● Closed
Strong Wind Warning - Orange — Wairarapa, the Tararua District, and Hawke's Bay south of Hastings, New Zealand
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Severe gale west to northwest winds gusting 120 km/h in exposed places. Winds easing from the south Sunday afternoon. Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Minimal. Changes: Upgraded to an Orange Warning.
Measurements
| Coordinates | -40.6922, 175.6175 |
|---|---|
| Region | Wairarapa, the Tararua District, and Hawke's Bay south of Hastings |
| Location Precision | polygon |
| Issuing Authority | New Zealand — nz-nms-en |
| Cap Urgency | Future |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-09-27T15:00:00+13:00 |
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