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*UPDATED 12.25pm* The thunderstorm is heading further east and is expected at TE PUKE, PAPAMOA and PAENGAROA from 12:30 pm - 01:00 pm. These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain.
Monday, June 5, 2023 | 10:47 AM
Monday, June 5, 2023 | 10:47 AM
*UPDATED 12.25pm* The thunderstorm is heading further east and is expected at TE PUKE, PAPAMOA and PAENGAROA from 12:30 pm - 01:00 pm. These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain.
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