There have been a number of calls for assistance to emergency services due to surface flooding and fallen trees. "Police urge motorists to drive with extreme caution, particularly in areas where there is surface flooding, as there could be hidden hazards." A large slip is blocking Tuateawa Rd just north of Tuateawa and Little Bay. "We still have a lot of rain in the forecast today for both sides of the Coromandel, so keep vigilant, especially on the roads as surface flooding and slips are likely." More at https://t.co/hnwmGxCYeR pic.twitter.com/vRgDNYmDig — MetService (@MetService) May 30, 2022Motorists on State Highway 2 through the Karangahake Gorge are being warned of possible flooding, slips or fallen trees.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 30, 2022 13:39 UTC