MEDIA RELEASE

2 September 2016 | BAY OF PLENTY

Earthquake and aftershocks bring increased risk of rock-fall

The NZ Transport Agency is asking motorists in eastern Bay of Plenty to be aware of the risk of rock-falls and slips after the earthquake and aftershocks this morning.

Contractors have been out monitoring and surveying the highway network.

No damage or rock-falls have been reported.

But the aftershocks are bringing an increased risk of rock-fall and slips at the following parts of the state highway network:

• SH2 Waioeka Gorge
• SH2 Waimana Gorge
• SH35 Maraenui
• SH35 Motu Bluffs.
• SH35 Hawai to Te Kaha

The Transport Agency advises motorists to plan their journey, check weather and road conditions and choose the safest route possible if you have the option.

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