Severe thunderstorm hits Wellington

Published: 9:13PM Monday August 20, 2012 Source: ONE News

Forked lightning strikes over Wellington Harbour - Source: Supplied by Glenn Evans

Photo taken from Korokoro, showing lightning strikes near Somes Island - Source: Supplied by David McConachie

Photo of lightning striking over Cook Strait - Source: Supplied by Matt Kovesdi

MetService reports that thunderstorm activity in the Wellington area has now eased.

According to meteorologists, the thunderstorm was seen brewing over the Cook Strait, and hit Wellington at around 8.15pm.

By 8.30pm, both heavy rain and lightning began to pound the region.

MetService has now lifted the severe thunderstorm warning for Wellington, Lower Hutt and Wainuiomata.

Do you have any photos or footage of the lightning? Send them to news@tvnz.co.nz

The thunderstorms were predicted to last until around 9.30pm tonight.

Rain showers are forecasted for Wellington tomorrow, but should ease by early afternoon.

Check the forecast for your area here.

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