^JM pic.twitter.com/uG3IuAfbgI — MetService (@MetService) March 11, 2018On the East Cape, emergency services were preparing for the storm. Wind gusts of up to 117kmh had been recorded at Kaeo, Northland, MetService said, while four flights from Northland airports had been cancelled. MetService MetService is warning North Islanders to expect strong wind and heavy rain as Cyclone Hola draws nearer. 1 NEWS High winds and rain are expected later today as Northland prepares for lashing from ex-cyclone Hola. METSERVICE Cyclone Hola is expected to hit the upper North Island, as seen in this MetService rain forecast image for 7pm on Monday.

Source: Stuff March 11, 2018 16:51 UTC