Thursday, February 16, 2023

New Zealand issues severe thunderstorm warning for North Island

New Zealand on Thursday issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Bay of Plenty region along the northern coast of North Island after Cyclone Gabrielle triggered widespread flooding and landslides.

"Extensive thunderstorms continue across the North Island, especially the Bay of Plenty. About 4400 lightning strikes registered this afternoon and evening so far," the MetService tweeted.

The death toll from the cyclone, which caused widespread flooding and landslides, has risen to five after the body of a man in his 60s was recovered from flood waters in Gisborne, while several others are still missing in various areas, state-run Radio New Zealand (RNZ) reported.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said the number of fatalities in the aftermath of the cyclone could rise as 3,544 people were registered with the police because their families or friends were unable to contact them.

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