Kiwiland has had two major storms in the last 10 days, both originating off the Queensland coast with very strong winds, heavy rain causing much damge flooding and slips. The Wairarapa escaped the worst since the wind was from the north however Northland, Auckland, Wellington, Manawatu/Horowhenua, Blenheim, Picton, Canterbury and deep south copped the worst. Tairawhiti (Gisborne/East Coast NI) also got hit hard. The temperature has been very warm also with some commentators stating the first storm was worse than the Wahine storm of April 1968 (the one that welcomed Joanne!) Now we are waiting for the southerlies to clear the ratbag weather and give us some much wanted sunshine.
A substantial number of homes in Auckland and Wellington have been badly affected by slips and residents ordered out for safety. Some of the homes are written off. Torbay and Aro Valley respectively were the worst affected due to slips.
More soon on the fine weather and comestibles ordered for Sammo's knees-up.
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Looking forward to seeing the spring in Greytown...and Mum's knees up. Now the secret is out - but you gotta admit the Oman comment was a goodie, ja?
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