Tag: windstorm
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Wild Night in the Bay of Plenty: Trees Down, Roofs Lifted as Winds Pummel the Region
Night of high winds hits the Bay of Plenty A savage wind event swept across the Bay of Plenty, leaving a trail of damage and hundreds of weather-related incidents overnight. Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) and local crews were dispatched to 26 separate calls, ranging from fallen trees to damaged roofs and power-line hazards.…
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Amy Strikes Oppdal: Extreme Weather Triggers Crisis Response
Oppdal hit by extreme weather as crisis measures go into action Oppdal, Norway – An extreme weather event nicknamed Amy swept through Oppdal on Saturday morning, prompting the municipality to activate its crisis management team. The storm left a trail of damage: shattered windows, debris in streets and homes, and power outages that affected many…