MetService Severe Weather Warnings show there will be heavy rain and some strong wind for many areas. Waka Kotahi Traffic is backed up on SH2 between Wellington and Lower Hutt with flooding closing the northbound lanes. Kevin Stent/Stuff State Highway 2 in Wellington has been closed following wild weather in the capital. Wellington City Council is urging motorists to take extra care of slips and fallen trees following the heavy rain and strong winds. KEVIN STENT/STUFF A burst pipe on Sar Street was caused by a slip after heavy rain in Wellington on Saturday.

Source: Stuff July 16, 2021 20:21 UTC