Update 9:25am: The flooding has receded, and State Highway 2 now has both southbound lanes open.
However, drivers can expect on-going delays until queued traffic clears.
6.50am
Southbound traffic heading into Wellington can expect delays this morning, with flooding affecting the highway near the Petone overbridge.
Flooding has blocked the left-hand southbound lane. Road crews are on site and traffic is being directed into the right-hand lane.
Drivers must take extra care when travelling through the area and can expect delays, especially as peak morning traffic builds.
Updates on the highway’s status are available on the NZTA/Waka Kotahi website:
