as it lies in the 'Roaring Forties', where mild-temperature air from the north meets cooler air from the south.
WHAT IS A STORM?
A storm is a disturbance of the atmosphere that can cause strong winds, rain, thunder, lightning, heavy snow and rough seas. A strong wind warning is issued by the MetService when winds of more than 87kph are expected over land.
Hazards from storms include falling trees and poles, torn-off roofs, fast-flowing currents in streams and rivers, flying objects, land slips and flooding. Coastal areas can suffer from storm surges, which are extra-high tides caused by the high winds pushing the sea forward.
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