The road connecting the West Coast with Otago will remain closed until tomorrow as torrential rain causes flooding and slips. MetService had predicted that parts of Fiordland and the West Coast could have 700mm of rain between Sunday and today. West Coast people are advised to avoid all but essential travel. The black line showing where State Highway 6 is closed on the West Coast. EYE ON OTAGO RIVERS AND LAKESThe Otago Regional Council flood managers are closely monitoring river and lake levels.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 25, 2019 18:32 UTC