State Highway 6 remains closed due to slips and flooding

Tuesday 27 May 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 27 May 2025, 12:14pm

In this story MetService, NZ Transport Agency

Heavy rain and wind have caused flooding in Nelson and Westport, alongside multiple slips on State Highway 6. The road through Lower Buller Gorge remains closed between Inangahua Junction and Westport while authorities assess the damage. MetService has issued heavy rain watches as another wet front is expected.

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1. RNZTue 27 May 2025, 7:03am

   Weather: Slips, power outages, road closures, with more rain to come (opens in new tab)

2. The Post via RNZTue 27 May 2025, 7:34am

   More wet weather to come after deluge closed highway, flooded Nelson and Westport (opens in new tab)

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3. 1NewsTue 27 May 2025, 12:14pm

   Lower Buller Gorge remains closed after slips, more rain coming (opens in new tab)