Source: New Zealand Police
Police are advising motorists in the south-western Waikato area, including Otorohanga District, Waipa District and Te Awamutu, to stay off the roads this evening due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
SH39 south of Pirongia is closed, and it’s expected that other roads, including SH3 south of Kihikihi, may close over the coming hours.
Police recommend delaying travel if at all possible.
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Issued by Police Media Centre