Heavy rain causes flooding and slips on West Coast highways

Friday 10 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 10 Oct 2025, 11:10am

In this story MetService, NZ Transport Agency

Torrential downpours have resulted in surface flooding and slips on some South Island highways. Slips have been reported at Meybille Bay on State Highway 6 between Punakaiki and Westport. Waka Kotahi has advised motorists to take extra care due to precarious driving conditions.

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1. The PressFri 10 Oct 2025, 10:39am

   Flooding and slips on West Coast highways after heavy rain (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesFri 10 Oct 2025, 11:10am

   Flooding, slips as heavy rain hits upper South Island (opens in new tab)