
Weather: Severe thunderstorm warning for Auckland City, Franklin; heavy rain expected
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Aucklanders this afternoon, with heavy rain expected to lash parts of the city.
The warning is for Auckland City and Franklin areas, and is expected to last until 3.45pm, MetService warns.
The thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by heavy rain.
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