Weather and road update #22 10am
And some new info about State Highway Road and district roads, drinking water around Thames South and weather.

CLOSED

State Highway 25 Whangamata: The road is closed because of a large slip. There is a detour through Whangamata town.
State Highway 25 Hikuai to Tairua: The road is currently closed because of flooding. We expect it to open again once high tide goes down. Check our website for the latest.

OPEN

State Highway 25a Kopu to Hikuai: The road is now open to one lane. Please abide by all speed restrictions and expect delays.
State Highway 25 from Thames to Coromandel town (Coast Road): The highway is open but small slips are continuing to come down. For safety reasons people should avoid using this road.
We have an unconfirmed report of a slip at the Kuaotunu Hill and have advised contractors to check it out. Appears the road is passable but take care. (SH25)
District roads CLOSED
Hikuai Settlement Rd Pauanui
The 309 Road
If you need to drive please take care and let friends and family know your route and times for travel.
We are also experiencing water pressure issues around Matatoki, Pururi, Omahu Valley and we have just arranged a water tanker to be outside the Pururi Pub within an hour for those who want to come and collect water.
Also check Mercury Bay Art Escape to see what galleries are open for its Arts tour this weekend as this will be affected by road closures http://www.mercurybay-artescape.com/
Rain expected to ease off by lunchtime. Take care out there.
http://www.metservice.com/warnings/severe-weather-warnings
Further information:
Weather: www.metservice.com
State Highways: www.nzta.govt.nz
District roads: TCDC Facebook page
Drive to conditions and check the roads and the weather before you go.

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