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Thunderstorm

M Issued by Meteorological Service of New Zealand Limited ⏳ In force until Thu 29 Oct, 10:00 📍 Christchurch,Canterbury Plains (approximate) 🕑 1 h ago
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Cold temperatures at upper levels and daytime heating are bringing unstable conditions to Canterbury, especially to the far east of Christchurch City, the Banks Peninsula and coastal areas just south of it. Thunderstorms are likely this afternoon and into this evening. They could be Severe and accompanied by large damaging hail, larger than 20mm diameter. Large hail can cause significant damage t…

📡 CAP alert details

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SeverityModerate
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UrgencyImmediate
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CertaintyPossible
Eventthunderstorm
Response typeMonitor
CategoryMet
Affected areaChristchurch,Canterbury Plains
Issuing authorityMeteorological Service of New Zealand Limited
ContactNot supplied

🕓 Alert timing · EAT

Sent2026-10-29T16:36:41+13:00
EffectiveNot supplied
Onset2026-10-29T16:32:59+13:00
Expires2026-10-29T20:00:00+13:00

📋 Official instructions

Note: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and monitor for possible Severe Thunderstorm Warnings. For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready website

📄 Message details

Alert identifier2.49.0.0.554.0.tswatch.nz.20261029033641391.0
Message typeAlert
Senderhttps://www.metservice.com
ScopePublic
CAP statusActual
Related messagesNot supplied
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🛡 Safety advice

General guidance for this type of incident - not official instructions.
  • Note: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and monitor for possible Severe Thunderstorm Warnings. For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready website
  • Stay aware of your surroundings in this area.
  • Follow official updates from the police and local authorities.
  • In an emergency call 112 (police) or 112 (ambulance), or request help through Jilinde.

📰 Story summary

From the report shown in the feed:
  • Cold temperatures at upper levels and daytime heating are bringing unstable conditions to Canterbury, especially to the far east of Christchurch City, the Banks Peninsula and coastal areas just south of it.
  • Thunderstorms are likely this afternoon and into this evening.
  • They could be Severe and accompanied by large damaging hail, larger than 20mm diameter.
  • Large hail can cause significant damage t…
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