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The severe thunderstorm warning has been lifted for the Wellington region.
Earlier thunderstorms were expected to impact Upper Hutt City, Hutt City and South Wairarapa areas.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for Wairarapa, Kāpiti-Horowhenua and Wellington until 8pm.
A heavy rain watch is in place for Westland and Grey Districts until 9am Tuesday.
The National Emergency Management Agency has this advice for approaching storms:
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows
- Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside
- Get back to land, if outdoors on the water
- Move cars under cover or away from trees
- Secure any loose objects around your property
- Check that drains and gutters are clear
- Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving
It says during a storm you should be aware of fallen trees and powerlines, and avoid streams and drains dur to flash flooding.
