Bay of Plenty east of Ōpōtiki has an Orange Heavy Rain Warning in place from now until 5pm Wednesday 11 November. 

MetService advises that we can expect a further 55 to 75 mm of rain on top of what has already fallen. Thunderstorms and localised downpours are possible, with rainfall intensities of 25 to 40 mm/h. There's a minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

As always, please stay vigilant. Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.