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Thunderstorms are currently hammering the North Island, with a severe thunderstorm watch in place for large parts of the island. (Source: Supplied)

Thunderstorms are currently hammering the North Island, with a severe thunderstorm watch in place for large parts of the island. (Source: Supplied)

Severe weather watches have been issued for swathes of the North Island. Follow 1News' live updates for the latest developments.

What you need to know

  • A severe thunderstorm watch remains in force for Northland, Auckland, Great Barrier Island, Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Rotorua and Taupō. 
  • The storms were expected to include torrential downpours, with up to 40mm of rain falling in an hour, which can lead to slips and flash flooding.
  • A caravan was overturned by a reported tornado in Manawatū, with one injured and three others assessed for injury.
  • Have you been affected by the weather? Send your photos and videos to news@tvnz.co.nz
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