Batten down the hatches again - gale-force winds are expected to hit Otago and Southland later today. A MetService spokesman said a front, preceded by a strong, moist northwest flow, is approaching Fiordland from the southwest today. A strong wind watch has been issued for Fiordland, Southland, Stewart Island and the Clutha between 6pm today and 7am tomorrow. Queenstown Lakes, Central Otago and inland parts of North Otago and Dunedin can also expect strong winds between 9pm today and 10am tomorrow. Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places, he said.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 23, 2022 05:08 UTC