Police advise avoiding travel in southern Westland due to flooding
Friday 8 November 2024 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story MetService, Helen Lash
Several roads in the Haast area have been closed by contractors following surface flooding. Police are urging people in southern Westland to avoid travelling on Friday night as high tide is expected overnight. The Westland District remains under an orange heavy rain warning until Saturday night.
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