Wild weather wreaks havoc in Wellington

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The discussion centers around the severe weather conditions affecting Wellington, New Zealand, including damage reports, school closures, and personal experiences during the storm. Participants share observations and reactions to the impact of the weather system across various regions of New Zealand.

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  • One participant reports significant damage in Petone, including downed shop signs and trees, as well as internet and TV outages.
  • Another participant notes the beach conditions are poor due to the weather.
  • A participant describes the weather system moving from south to north, highlighting the severe impact on the southern islands and mentioning various weather-related challenges faced by Christchurch.
  • There is a humorous remark about the difficulty of social interactions while carrying a canoe due to the flooding.
  • Links to news articles are shared, providing additional context on the weather events.
  • One participant expresses concern for the safety of individuals affected by the storm.

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Participants share personal experiences and observations, but there is no consensus on the overall impact or severity of the weather events, as different areas are affected in varying ways.

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Participants reference specific locations and conditions, but the discussion does not clarify the full extent of the damage or the response from local authorities.

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http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10891966

Most hit last night. Where I am, Petone (15 min drive from Wellington) shop signs from roofs were down, a window smashed. Neighbourhoods have trees down.

Schools closed. My Internet and TV is down (using mobile broadband atm).
http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/8823953/Wtn-winds-fiercer-than-Wahine-storm

For example- my half brothers high school closed http://www.hvhs.school.nz/friday-21st-june-the-school-is-open-today-and-we-do-have-power/
 
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Be careful.
 
Beach not looking too sharp.
 

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It was everywhere - the weather system went from south to north (in NZ, the south wind is the cold one) and the southern islands got the worst of it... pity Christchurch: Earthquake, freeze, drought, floods, snow ... and this is NZs center of Christianity?!

By the time it hit Auckland last night, it was slushy hail and heavy rain.
It gets colder in places like, say, London, but, when you live their you are ready for it so it doesn't hurt so much.
The main streets were rivers last night - I had to be out in it: should have packed a canoe!

But then - that would make it tricky talking to women ... "Yes I am pleased to see you... it's just... I also have a canoe in my pocket..."
 
That's sad, I hope no one got hurt. :(
 

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