New Zealand Extensive Weather Events Result in Severe Disasters
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Recent severe weather events in New Zealand have caused significant disasters across various regions. Canterbury experienced intense rain and strong winds leading to road flooding and landslides. Porters Pass/SH73 saw heavy snow due to extreme cold, disrupting traffic severely. Selwyn District faced severe flooding from heavy rains, prompting emergency measures. The NZ Defence Force reported snow-covered structures in Tekapo. Wellington faced high winds and storm surges, causing infrastructure damage and power outages. Residents are taking precautions like building sandbags while emergency services assess flood impacts.