Strong winds in New Zealand leave tens of thousands without power
Summary
Strong winds in New Zealand have left around 90,000 homes without electricity and caused over 100 flight cancellations. Authorities issued high-level wind warnings and reported damage to homes and infrastructure, including fallen trees and power lines, causing one death. Emergency measures and warnings for possible heavy rainfall and evacuations are in place.Key Facts
- Winds reached speeds of up to 155 km/h (96 mph) in New Zealand.
- Approximately 90,000 homes are without power mainly on the South Island.
- Authorities cancelled more than 100 flights and issued rare red wind warnings.
- A man died in Wellington after being hit by a tree branch on a walking trail.
- Heavy rains are expected, which may cause the Waimakariri River to overflow.
- Officials declared a state of emergency in Canterbury to aid in disaster response.
- Strong winds caused road closures and overturned a truck on a highway.
- Similar weather patterns are affecting parts of Australia with high temperatures and fire risk warnings.
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