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Roads closed around Central North Island
8 March 2018
Roads closed around Central North Island after heavy rain and wind
A number of roads are closed around the Central North Island following heavy rain and high winds.
The NZ Transport Agency says people can expect delays and should drive with extra care.
It says people should check the website, the NZTA regional social media pages or call us on 0800 4 HIGHWAYS before leaving for their journey.
Current closures (check www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic for latest
information):
• State Highway
45 between New Plymouth and Omata is closed due to a
fallen tree. The road is expected to open this
afternoon.
• State Highway 43 between
Taumarunui and Whangamomona is closed due to slips. The
detour is vis State Highway 3 and 4. It is not yet known
when this road will open but crews are working where it is
currently safe to do so.
• SH 5 between
Napier and Taupo is closed due to slips and flooding. A
detour route for travellers is to go south from Taupo via
Palmerston North on State Highway 1 and 2. This will add 4
to 5 hours to the journey. A second but longer detour is to
go north from Taupo on SH5 to Rotorua, take SH30 and SH2 to
Gisborne and on to Napier. It is not yet known when this
road will open but crews are working where it is currently
safe to do so. Given the length of the detours people should
consider if their travel is
necessary.
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