Weather: 'Extensive damage' as tornado hits Levin, SH1 closes

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Roofing was ripped off and windows were blown out of Caroline Beaufort-Puna's farm cottage at Waikawa Beach, and a tank was lifted into the neighbour's paddock. Photo: Supplied / Caroline Beaufort-Puna