YESTERDAY’S HAIL AND RAIN

Evening Star, Issue 22515, 7 December 1936, Page 11

YESTERDAY’S HAIL AND RAIN

GARDENS SUFFER Although Dunedin and suburbs. ex-perienced-an unseasonable rain and hailstorm yesterday afternoon, accompanied by ui strong wind from a southerly direction, there was little damage done to property, but gardens suffered in many cases/ After the early morning rain showers, which were of a light nature, a warm sun appeared to give promise of a bright day. but early in the afternoon dark clouds drifted across the city and suburbs and further rain fell. Later loud bursts of thunder and flashes of lightning presaged the storm, which broke shortly after 2 o’clock. Heavy rain pelted down, destroying many young plants which were in need of sunshine to strengthen tho growth. In some parts fruit trees were also damaged by the hail stones, which sent a good deal of the ripening fruit to tho ground. rain followed the hail. The Taieri district also felt the effect of tho storm, which damaged fruit trees and grass ready for hay. The country farther south was not greatly affected by the boisterous weather, which w r ns more confined to tho city and nearby districts. None of the roads was rendered unsafe for motorists, bub care was necessary in driving in tho wind and the rain.