Strong winds hitting parts of the South have already resulted in damage to power lines in Central Otago with some houses expected to be without power overnight as a cold snap looms. A tree and power lines downed by strong winds near Ettrick today. Photo: Supplied"This has been a significant weather event that has brought down trees and power lines. Some 4cm to 6cm may settle on the road near the summit, with lesser amounts to 500 metres. Porters Pass (SH73): From 10am until 6pm tomorrow, snow showers are possible Up to 1cm of snow may settle on the road near the summit.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 05, 2021 23:04 UTC