Whakatane

Heavy Rain Watch Area: Bay of Plenty including Rotorua Forecast: A period of heavy rain with possible thunderstorms, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Rain is expected to clear from the west during the afternoon and evening. Impact: Note: A Severe Weather Warning or Watch means conditions are favourable for severe weather in and close to the indicated area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and monitor for further updates from MetService. For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready website.