Motorists warned of black ice and freezing temperatures in Mackenzie Basin

Monday 16 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 16 Jun 2025, 7:59pm

In this story NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi is warning drivers about fog, hoar frost, and black ice on State Highways 8 and 80 in inland Canterbury. Speed limits near Lake Tekapo have been reduced to 50km/h, and authorities say some roads may close if conditions worsen.

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1. RNZMon 16 Jun 2025, 5:40pm

   Black ice and freezing temperatures a concern for Mackenzie Basin (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesMon 16 Jun 2025, 7:59pm

   Warnings black ice may close inland roads (opens in new tab)