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Storm Update Whangarei District
Storm Update
Media Release 1
19 March 2012
Last night and this morning’s heavy rain and gale force winds have caused wide spread surface flooding in the Whangarei District. Roading information is supplied below. New information will be added in blue.
There
is flooding on the following roads:
Ngunguru
Road
SH1 Whakapara
Whananaki North Road
Matipo
Place
Marua Road
Otonga Road
Kokopu Rd
Russell Rd (Punuruku)
There are trees
or slips on the following roads:
Russell Rd
(Helena Bay Hill)
Peach Orchard Rd
Kaiatea Road
Springs Flat
Council contractors are assessing and where possible working to clear all main roads. The public is advised to avoid travelling in the affected areas today take great care on the District’s roads today and over the next few days.
Do not to enter flood waters.
In an emergency situation please dial 111.
Listen for more information on the radio.
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