Thunderstorms are currently affecting parts of New Zealand, especially around Gisborne and the Bay of Plenty, with heavy rain and hail predicted. MetService warns of rain rates up to 25mm/h and hail up to 15mm in diameter. The North Island has seen widespread thunderstorms since the New Year, causing severe disruptions, including lightning strikes that damaged homes in Auckland. Residents reported hearing loud bangs as lightning struck nearby, illustrating the storms’ intensity.
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