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1333 days ago

Snowfall set to disrupt South Island motorists

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE: Snowfall warning has been lifted for Porters Pass, please drive to the conditions.

Motorists in the Canterbury and West Coast region are today advised to drive cautiously, with chain use 'essential' if driving through SH73 (Porters Pass).

What you need to know:

- The NZTA has advised motorists to fit their vehicle with chains if travelling through SH73

- Metservice has forecast snowfall of 10-15cm to fall in the area around Porters Pass above 500m

-Porters Pass is now closed to towing vehicles

See the SH73 Traffic Map for all the latest road alerts
For weather related updates, head to MetService's Weather Warnings Page

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On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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