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Severe Thunderstorm WatchArea:Coromandel Peninsula,Waikato,Waitomo,Bay of Plenty,RotoruaForecast:Scattered thunderstorms are expected about parts of the northern half of the North Island today, with localised heavy rain and hail.For Waikato, Waitomo, Coromandel Peninsula (south of about Whitianga) and western parts of Bay of Plenty and Rotorua (from about Whakatane westwards), a few of the thunderstorms may be severe between 1pm and 9pm today (Boxing Day) with localised downpours of 25-40mm/h (or possibly more).Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips. Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain. The thunderstorms activity should ease this evening.Impact:Note: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and monitor for possible Severe Thunderstorm Warnings. For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready website

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