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Tasha
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ALSO AVAILABLE DURING THE EVENT FROM COMMUNITY VENUES -
… View moreDon't miss the Arts Trail this year which has more artists than ever before. A great all weather event! Trail Guides $5 available now from the two iSite Visitor Centres in Whangarei and Tuatara Design Store, 29 Bank Street, Whangarei.
ALSO AVAILABLE DURING THE EVENT FROM COMMUNITY VENUES -
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Roads are open but please drive safely
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The NZ Transport Agency says State Highway 10 at Kaeo is now open after it was closed due to flooding earlier in the day.
One lane is now open through the Mangamuka Gorge State Highway 1 south of Kaitaia.
In case you haven't seen this via other social media.
Especially be aware of the high spring tide at 9.3Oam today!
We’re keeping a close eye on the weather, at the moment it looks like the worst of it will stay off-shore down the east coast.
Please take care if you are out on the … View moreIn case you haven't seen this via other social media.
Especially be aware of the high spring tide at 9.3Oam today!
We’re keeping a close eye on the weather, at the moment it looks like the worst of it will stay off-shore down the east coast.
Please take care if you are out on the roads as there could be flooding, particularly in low lying coastal areas.
We have a high spring tide at 9.30am today and there may be some storm surge, please be vigilant in low lying areas.
If you are out and about remember to drive to the conditions and be extra alert for:
· Fallen trees
· Slips
· Drop outs
· Water over roads
· Roads slippery with gravel and clay
· Wandering stock
Remember to stay out of flood water – it is impossible to know for sure the state of the road underneath and how fast the water is moving.
This storm may also bring high winds, so it would be a good idea to secure anything that you think is likely to blow around – veranda furniture, umbrellas, that sort of thing.
If you find yourself in peril dial 111.
To report storm damage of the type outlined above ring Whangarei District Council on 09 430 4200.
Watch for more information on the Whangarei District Council facebook page.
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And in case you have plans to travel through Auckland!
The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to plan ahead now for the possible closure of the Auckland Harbour Bridge if wind levels become strong later today.
Alternative routes between the city and North Shore will be via State … View moreAnd in case you have plans to travel through Auckland!
The NZ Transport Agency is advising motorists to plan ahead now for the possible closure of the Auckland Harbour Bridge if wind levels become strong later today.
Alternative routes between the city and North Shore will be via State Highway 16 and 18.
Auckland Highway Manager Brett Gliddon says closing the bridge would be unprecedented but if predicted winds of between 130-160km/h eventuate travel on the Harbour Bridge would be dangerous.
“Closing the bridge is not a decision we will take lightly because it will have a significant impact on traffic flows throughout the city, however our first priority is safety and that’s what will determine any closure,” says Mr Gliddon.
“If the bridge is closed to traffic this will have a flow-on effect across the rest of the motorway and local road network, so motorists should expect long delays, and avoid travelling if they don’t need to.”
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