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It is not hard to see that our planet is suffering more and more from big weather events and natural disasters. It is also clear to see that the majority of people are not prepared for such events. It is now commonly accepted worldwide that in the event of a major disaster, be that localized or nation wide, it may take up to 72 hours (three days) before vital services such as power, sewerage and c

lean drinking water can be restored or until suitable replacements can be found. In some places it can take much longer than this. If the event is big enough, vital services can take weeks to restore - assuming the event is a one off, and not recurrent as in the recent earthquakes in Christchurch. We cannot afford to ignore the changes around us and believe that “it will not happen to me” or “she’ll be right”. When disaster strikes, it is imperative everybody has the know how and supplies to be able to look after themselves and those around them until help arrives. More often than not the initial focus after disasters will be on rescue (such as Urban Search and Rescue teams going though collapsed buildings and Dog teams searching through debris to try to locate people). In many cases there just may not be enough resources to go around. They may be blocked off from accessing your area. Worse yet, in the case of a large scale event, the resources may be wiped out altogether. The smallest amount of preparation can make the world of difference when it comes to coping well in situations like this. We urge you to take steps NOW towards being more independent, resourceful and community minded.

28/10/2025

Just look, this photo says it all really. Look at the size of her in comparison to Jamaica. 😭

Can’t explain how serious this is!

Will be dropping an update soon. Stay tuned on our free WhatsApp channel for more content!

28/10/2025

💧 Conserve Water and Precautionary Boil Water Notices Remain in Place ⚠️

We have had three consecutive days of clear testing at our Greater Greymouth Water Treatment Plant.

This afternoon, we met with the regulator, Taumata Arowai, for a full update and to review the situation.

The UV system is still operating manually at the plant, which was likely struck by lightning. The system requires work from our UV supplier, and we are arranging a visit as soon as possible.

Both the boil water and conserve water notices will remain in place at this stage.

The next update will be provided on Thursday.

We thank everyone for their continued patience.

Crazy wind speeds growing over there...
28/10/2025

Crazy wind speeds growing over there...

This is extremely rare.
When the NOAA Hurricane Hunter has to exit the storm early, it means the eyewall is too violent to stay in.
Melissa is now a 908 mb / 165 mph Cat 5.
Prayers for Jamaica. 🙏🌀

28/10/2025

💛 Sending solidarity to Southland.

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the recent weather events in Southland region.

Whether you’ve been directly impacted or not, natural disasters can be incredibly stressful. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even agitated. Everyone reacts differently, and that’s okay.

Here are a few ways to support your wellbeing and those around you:
🌿 Take care of basic needs — food, rest, and connection
🌿 Listen and offer practical help where you can
🌿 Breathe deeply and remind yourself you’re safe now
🌿 Stay connected — reach out to loved ones
🌿 Limit media exposure and stick to trusted sources like Southland District Council and Otago Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

If you need to talk, support is available:
📞 1737 – Free call or text any time to talk to a trained counsellor

🌐 More mental health support options: info.health.nz/mental-health/where-to-get-help

It’s okay to feel a bit all over the place right now. You’re not alone — help is here. 💛

Find out more here: https://info.health.nz/keeping-healthy/protecting-health-natural-disaster/managing-stress-in-an-emergency

27/10/2025

❄️❄️🔴Good Morning Folks🔴❄️❄️

We have some more active weather on the way.

As today moves through we can expect to see rain building from the south and spreading north reaching North Canterbury by late afternoon. There is likely to be strong winds and thunder/Lightning along with the system as it builds in.

Rain will be heavy for a time overnight with rain turning to snow above around 300m with heavy accumulations above 500m.

Note snow may go below 300m for a time but is unlikely to settle.

There is likely to be cold snow showers around tommorow morning above 200m with sleety showers to near sea level for a time.

3-5 - above 300m
5-10 above 400m
15-25 above 600m

Clearling tomorrow night for widespread frosts especially inland.

Major models are in alignment!!⚠️

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25/10/2025

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25/10/2025

| Emergency Management Southland (EMS) says it is likely the state of emergency in Southland and Clutha will remain in place into next week.

Nearly 15,000 homes are still without power after severe weather downed trees and powerlines and shut down over 100 cell phone towers last week.

Follow RNZ's live weather blog below for all the latest updates 🔗

Some more rough weather on the way for the South Island, many areas of which are already suffering from issues from last...
25/10/2025

Some more rough weather on the way for the South Island, many areas of which are already suffering from issues from last weeks weather event, Make sure you keep an eye on the forcasts as we know they can change from hour to hour, have preps ready for if and when the power goes out, or you are required to evacutate for example, water, foor, warm clothing etc and petrol in the tank.

Check on your neighbours and look after each other, you can go to Lert Info and sign up for localized warnings for you area, and you can head on over to NZ Civil Defence to find out more about what supplies you might need.

Keep safe folks

📍Due to the severity of incoming weather, we'll be on through the night, updating and refining all the latest details.

🔎❄️🌧All town pages have been updated, with the latest snowfall and rainfall totals.

⚠️Rain, wind and all snow warnings have also been updated.

❄️Forecasts like we haven't seen in 2025 and it's Labour weekend.

🔎❄️The more significant snow will remain confined to areas south of Porters Pass, where our heavy snow warnings are in place, with watches further north.

ℹ️Full warnings and all your questions answered at www.cwu.co.nz

🎁After more than social media and MetService. Receive all the latest detail, intensity and coverage and join the thousands of Cantabs today - https://cwu.co.nz/membership-account/membership-levels/

📷Map - snowfall accumulation guide, illustrating snowfall over the next few days. Warm advection snow isn't picked up by convectional weather modelling and we expect even more snow than your basic weather maps are providing. ECMWF.

ℹ️Ensure you’re keeping up to date with Canterbury Weather Updates, for 24-7 updates at www.cwu.co.nz

➡️ TODAY’S WEATHER - MAIN CENTRES.

➡️Christchurch forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/christchurch/

➡️Rangiora forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/rangiora/

➡️Rolleston forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/rolleston/

➡️Ashburton forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/ashburton/

➡️Timaru forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/timaru/

➡️BANKS PENINSULA.

➡️Port Hills tops forecast - https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/port-hills-sugarloaf-494m/

➡️Akaroa forecast
https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/akaroa/

➡️Lyttelton forecast and webcams https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/lyttelton/

➡️CANTERBURY HIGH COUNTRY - CENTRAL POINT.

➡️Castle Hill Village forecast, webcams and live data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/castle-hill

➡️ Arthur’s Pass Village forecasts, data and webcams at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/arthurs-pass-village/

⬇️MAIN RURAL TOWNS.

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/waipara/

➡️Amberley data, webcams and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/amberley/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/pegasus/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/kaiapoi/

➡️Cheviot forecast and data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/cheviot/

➡️Culverden data, webcams and forecast at
https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/culverden/

➡️Hanmer Springs Village forecast, webcams and data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/hanmer-springs/

➡️Springfield forecast at
https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/springfield-390m/

➡️Oxford data and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/oxford/

➡️Darfield data and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/darfield/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/west-melton/

➡️Kaikoura data and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/kaikoura/

➡️M**hven data, webcams and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/methven/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/mt-somers/

➡️Geraldine data, webcams and forecast at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/geraldine/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/temuka/

➡️Mt Lyford Village forecast, data and webcams at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/mt-lyford-village-600m/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/lincoln/

➡️ Leeston forecast and data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/leeston/

➡️ Waimate forecast and data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/waimate/

⬇️MACKENZIE COUNTRY

➡️Fairlie data, forecast and webcams at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/fairlie/

➡️Mt Cook Village, forecast and webcams at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/mt-cook-village/

➡️Lake Tekapo forecast, webcams and data at https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/lake-tekapo/

➡️Twizel forecast, webcams and data at
https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/twizel/

🆕️ https://cwu.co.nz/forecast/omarama/

(C) NZ Regional Weather Updates

25/10/2025

⚠️ Warnings Update – Significant Weather Coming! ⚠️

🟡 Strong Wind Watches from Sunday 💨
🟡Heavy Rain Watches from Monday 💧

- A strong westerly flow covers the country on Sunday.

- A complex low from the Tasman Sea moves onto the country on Monday bringing widespread heavy rain and strong winds.

📢Our Severe Weather team have just issued a series of Watches associated with this event. Some of these Watches are likely to be upgraded to Warnings closer to the time.

✈️With this falling on the long weekend, many of you might be on holiday. Be sure to keep up to date with our latest warnings here, so you can adjust plans if needed: metservice.com/warnings/home

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