A powerful storm cut power to over 30,000 properties across New Zealand's North Island, knocking down trees and triggering flooding, as emergency crews responded to widespread damage and residents were urged to stay off roads https://reut.rs/4cwf2JI | Reuters

A severe storm in New Zealand's north island has left one man dead, cut power to 30,000 properties, and forced several schools to close. Heavy rain and strong winds have also disrupted flights, trains, and ferries, with road closures across the south coast. | Channel 4 News