The MetService is warning of wind strong enough to damage trees and down powerlines in Otago and Southland tomorrow. The MetService has issued wind watches and warnings across New Zealand for today and tomorrow as a strong westerly flow covers the country. A warning is in place for Otago, Southland, Stewart Island and the southern coast of Fiordland from 6am to 3pm tomorrow. The MetService said strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures and make driving hazardous, especially for motorcyclists and those in high-sided vehicles. A wind watch previously in place for the South today has been lifted because winds have eased.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 14, 2020 22:52 UTC