Dunedin and surrounding areas are going to experience some wild weather this afternoon according to MetService. MetService has predicted severe thunderstorms for Dunedin, Port Chalmers, Warrington and Waitati from about 5pm. These severe thunderstorms are moving towards the north, and are expected near Palmerston and Waikouaiti between 5pm and 5.30pm. Heavy swells, with a very long period of 18-20 seconds, will affect the west coast, creating strong and dangerous rip currents, with high beach run up. It could pose a threat to fishers, surfers and others, particularly on the South Island's West Coast, where it is also likely to exacerbate coastal erosion.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 24, 2021 03:33 UTC