Strong winds and torrential rain are sweeping across the lower half of the country. Photo / Bevan ConleyStrong winds and torrential rain are sweeping across the lower half of the country. Photo / Bevan ConleyWellington is being battered by strong winds and torrential rain as severe weather sweeps across the lower half of the country. Several flights expected to land in the capital today have been cancelled and MetService has issued two severe weather warnings for the region. He activated his personal locator beacon on Sunday night, but SAR teams were unable to reach him.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 12, 2021 19:52 UTC