Traffic backs up at the road closure on State Highway 73 near Arthur's Pass. "A red warning is in force for significant heavy rain from central Westland to Buller. On the West Coast, State Highway 73 is closed between Otira and Kumara Junction due to a slip, and a detour is in place. State Highway 6 on the West Coast near Inangahua has been closed due to high river levels. Northerly gales and heavy rain were also being forecast for other parts of central and southern New Zealand.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 16, 2021 02:32 UTC