Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Canterbury

4o7toip_image_crop_41673.jpg Photo: public domain via Wikimedia Commons Residents of the Hurunui and Waimakariri districts can expect the storms to bring very heavy rain and hail. The storms are expected to hit Amberly, Rangiora, Ashley Forest, Sefton and Hanmer Springs around 5.

20pm. 🛑⛈ Warning out for a second severe thunderstorm near Hanmer Springs. Please check our website for more details: https://t.



co/GeH6tLulff pic.twitter.com/No57bQ9AZA — MetService (@MetService) January 26, 2025 Meanwhile, a severe thunderstorm watch remains in place for Christchurch, the Canterbury Plains and Canterbury High Country until 7pm.

MetService said heavy showers and thunderstorms could develop, along with a strong southerly change. rnzbanner_2.jpg.