Heavy rain causes surface flooding
Motorists are advised to take extreme care and reduce their speed when travelling on State Highway 2 between Bruce Road and the Domain Road intersection.
NZTA’s Bay of Plenty State Highway Manager, Brett Gliddon, says due to the current heavy rain, surface flooding is occurring and a number of potholes have formed in areas which were resealed late last week.
“We ask motorists to reduce their speed and take extreme care when travelling in this area, especially as potholes have appeared on the road surface. Repairs will be carried out as soon as the sealing crews are able to access the site.”
The NZTA thanks motorists for their continued patience and assistance while this work is being undertaken.
Near Paeroa, the Ohinemuri River which flows through the Karangahake Gorge has risen more than three metres since midnight.
The road through the gorge was closed this morning.
Reports to Bop Live of flooding on Papamoa beach road that is across both lanes. A motorist told Bop Live it is getting worst every hour and no singe or contractors are their and it is a concern.
Reports of surface flooding on Payes Pa road between Rotorua and Tauranga and North of Katikati.
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