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Reclose the hatches: MetService is warning southern residents to prepare for strong gales reaching 130km / h at exposed locations tomorrow.
A cold front is forecast to move to the South Island from the Tasman Sea in the morning, preceded by a strong north-northwest flow, and followed by strong westerly winds.
A MetService spokesperson said high wind alerts and warnings were now in effect for the eastern and southern parts of the South Island.
An orange warning was issued for Wanaka, Queenstown, Fiordland, Southland (west of Lumsden) and Stewart Island, between 8 a.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. M. from Thursday, where strong gales from north to northwest were expected to reach 130 km / h in exposed locations, he said.
” Strong wind gusts can damage trees, power lines, and unsafe structures. Driving can be dangerous, especially for vehicles and motorcycles with high sides. ”
In North Otago, Central Otago, Dunedin, Clutha and the rest of Southland, he said north-northwest winds were expected to develop tomorrow morning, and then should switch to westerly winds tomorrow night.
The strongest westerly winds were expected mainly in coastal locations. During this time, winds can approach strong gales, with gusts of 110 km / h in exposed locations.
He said the strong gales may continue tomorrow in Otago and Southland, so people should keep up with the latest forecasts in case any changes are made or more alerts or warnings are added.
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