Morning all
A wet start to the first week of November for parts of Westland.
See the latest below from MetService issued at 9.05am this morning.

Heavy rain and northwest gales for parts of the South Island
An active front moves across much of the South Island overnight tonight and during Monday, bringing heavy rain to the west and northwest gales to parts of the south and east.

Please stay up to date with the latest forecasts.

Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area: The ranges of the Westland District
Period: 22hrs from 4am Mon, 2 Nov - 2am Tue, 3 Nov
Forecast: Expect 250 to 300 mm of rain. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected Monday morning and afternoon. Note, rain easing from the south late Monday afternoon and evening. Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.

Good morning, West Coast.
We now have Orange Heavy Rain Warnings across all three Districts
It a fast-moving system but please remember
• Streams and rivers may rise rapidly.
• Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions are possible.
Action:
Clear your drains and gutters now to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas where possible and drive with caution.
Stay safe and keep up to date with the latest weather forecasts and warnings. https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

Good morning, West Coast.
Our lovely weather is coming to an end, with severe weather expected to arrive on Monday and Tuesday.
Please take care and remember:
• Streams and rivers may rise rapidly.
• Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions are possible.
Action:
Clear your drains and gutters now to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas where possible and drive with caution.
Stay safe and keep up to date with the latest weather forecasts and warnings.
https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

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