MetService meteorologist Georgina Griffiths said further bursts of heavy rain are expected in the Auckland region between now and Sunday. This morning MetService issued thunderstorm and heavy rain warnings for the top of the country. MetService meteorologist Peter Little said a warning was in place for heavy rain in both the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty. Northland was hit by thunderstorms and torrential rain overnight, but no damage was reported, despite predictions of downpours of 30-50mm an hour. High 18, overnight low 14What you need to know• Heavy rain expected in Auckland between now and Sunday• Take extreme care driving through heavy rain.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 09, 2017 16:00 UTC