Advised to Aviod Rimutaka Hill Road

Tuesday, 14 November 2006, 2:23 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police

NZ Police CommCens Alert 12:00 14-11-2006 Wellington

Location of incident: Upper Hutt

Incident Type: Rimutaka Hill Road

Due to extreme winds, motorists are advised to aoid the Rimutaka Hill Road.

A truck has already been blown over near the summit.

The roading authority will assess the situation with a view to closing the road shortly.

ENDS

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