Morning everyone.
MetService has just issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for Westland District north of Fox Glacier.
While the total amounts are not unusual for this area, the peak intensities could provide surface flooding in particular.
Take care out there!

More from MetService at https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area: Westland District north of Fox Glacier
Period: 14hrs from 1:00pm Wed to 3:00am Thu
Forecast: Expect 120 to 150mm of rain about the ranges, with lesser amounts near the coast. Peak rates of 30 to 40mm/h expected.
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.

Issued: 10:05am Wed 4 June
Next Update: 9:00pm Wed 4 June

@Westland District Council - Te Kahui o Poutini West Coast Regional Council

🚨 Reefton - it’s your turn! 🚨

The AF8 Roadshow: The Science Beneath Our Feet is happening TONIGHT and you’re invited!

📍 Reefton Cinema
🗓 Tonight - Thursday, 29 May
🕡 Starts at 7:00 PM (first in, best seated!)
🆓 Free entry - all welcome!

Come along for a powerful and practical session with leading earthquake scientists.

🔍 Learn how the Alpine Fault could impact Reefton and the wider Coast
💬 Ask questions and hear the latest science
💡 Find out what you can do to prepare and stay safe

Let’s get informed, get prepared, and support each other.
See you there!

🌊WAVE WARNING 🌊

Today a large low pressure system to the west of New Zealand casts a front onto the country as a ridge of high pressure moves away to the east.

The low moves across the North Island tomorrow and a southwesterly flow develops over much of the country.

On Friday the southwesterly flow strengthens as the low tracks away from the country. The strong southwesterly flow persists through Saturday, but eases slowly on Sunday as a ridge moves onto the country.

Issued by MetService: 12:58pm Wed 28 May

👷‍♀️ West Coast Emergency Management is proud to be part of the 2025 Coast Employment Expo, alongside the AF8 team, to highlight the importance of emergency preparedness and Alpine Fault science.

We’ll be sharing insights into what emergency management looks like on the Coast and how we support communities before, during, and after emergencies.

Come have a chat, ask questions, and discover how science, safety, and service come together in roles that help strengthen and protect our region.

🚨 Hari Hari - it’s happening TONIGHT! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something important for our community.

The AF8 Roadshow: The Science Beneath Our Feet is landing in Hari Hari this evening and it’s FREE!

📍 Hari Hari Community Hall
🗓 Tonight - Wednesday, 28 May
🕡 Starts at 6:30 PM (get in early for a good seat!)

🧠 Come and hear from the scientists leading the research on the Alpine Fault
💬 Bring your questions this is your chance to ask the experts
💡 Learn what you can do to get your whānau and community prepared

Let’s come together, learn together, and get ready together.
See you there!