<p>MetService have advised that there is a risk of thunderstorms which may form in Auckland throughout the day. Where thunderstorms form heavy rain is likely with rainfall rates of up to 25mm/hr expected. There is a moderate confidence that some of these may become severe with rainfall rates up to 45mm/hr possible. Wind gusts this afternoon may also be strong with gusts of greater than 110km/hr possible.

Such rainfall rates may last one to two hours and have the potential to cause flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas. Driving conditions may also become hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility during heavy rain.

In some instances small tornadoes can form with severe thunderstorms, if these do occur they will only affect very localised areas.

If you have to travel drive to the conditions. If driving, be ready to slow down or stop if it is safe to do so.

**During and after a thunderstorm**
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows.
- Avoid sheltering under trees if outside.
- Beware of fallen trees and power lines.
- Stay up to date with weather forecasts.
- Report flooding to council on 09 301 0101.

**Take the link below to find out what to do before a thunderstorm.**</p>