NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding Northlanders to travel with extra care today, following heavy rainfall overnight, continuing this morning.
7.45am
Some rivers are approaching alert levels for flooding of the state highway and we have crews ready to respond if needed.
One lane (northbound) is currently closed due to flooding on SH10 between Kaeo and Mangonui, with temporary traffic management in place. People can expect delays and should take extra care.
It’s crucial to drive to the conditions, maintain a safe speed and following distance, and use headlights in poor visibility to ensure people stay safe on the roads. People can also report any damage or flooding on state highways to our call centre:
0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
2.19pm - 19 June 2024
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is encouraging Northlanders to take extra care on the roads today and tomorrow following a Heavy Rain Warning and Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued by Metservice.
The warning and watch for Northland, north of Whangarei is in place from today until 10am tomorrow (Thursday 20 June) with the possibility of this being extended until 2pm.
Drivers must be prepared for potentially dangerous road hazards such as flooding, slips, tree and rock falls. It's crucial to drive to the conditions, maintain a safe speed and following distance, and use headlights in poor visibility to ensure they stay safe on the roads.
Roads can be closed at short notice in bad weather. Please check road and weather conditions before you travel:
