SH2 between Napier and Wairoa will be closed from 7pm today for at least 12 hours.
A number of slips on the road, and dangerous amounts of surface flooding have led to the decision.
The closure will be controlled by contractors at three points – Whirinaki, Tutira and just south of Wairoa.
“Safety of all road users and contractors is always our number one priority. And while we want to keep our network open, safety comes first – that’s why the decision to close a stretch of road isn’t taken lightly,” says System Manager for Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay, Martin Colditz.
“The situation will be reassessed from 7am tomorrow, with an update expected mid-morning.
“The decision has just been made and it’s crucial we let people know as early as possible to give them time to get home and prepare.
“I want to thank all road users for their patience and understanding.
“Please keep an eye on Waka Kotahi Journey Planner for any updates.”
Journey Planner(external link)
Journey Planner is updated 24/7 by Waka Kotahi traffic operations centres, and is the best source of the most recent and reliable information available on state highway closures and disruptions. Remember to refresh the page when checking the status of highways to ensure that the latest updates are displayed.
