South Waiarapa

Extreme Weather Making Travel Hazardous

Mon, 14/10/2013 - 8:22pm

Masterton Police request members of the public delay their travel in the South Wairarapa until the extreme weather passes. Those who elect to drive need to take extreme caution due to the high winds and debris on the road. Several trees have been blown down and are creating a number of significant driving hazards around the district.

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