3181 days ago

Hak Track closed, river levels remain high.

Noel Smith from Noel Smith Councillor - Newcastle Ward

Rivers will remain at a high level for the foreseeable future. This means that already flooded areas are unlikely to recede quickly.

Boaties are asked to stay clear of power lines crossing local rivers. Particular care is required on Waipa River approximately 150 metres south of Maori Point Road (Whatawhata) where, due to flooding and rising river levels the clearance conditions have been compromised.

Residents in all communities are asked to keep clear of downed power lines and any concerns or questions please contact WEL Networks on 0800 800 935.

Sand bags are now available to residents who are concerned that their property may flood. The sand and bags are available in the following locations:
• Patterson Park on River Road, Ngaruawahia (car park off River Road)
• Huntly – Ralph Street at the railway yard (opposite the Stihl shop)

For safety reasons, people are advised that all walking tracks in our district, including the Hakarimata track, should be avoided until further notice.

If you are concerned about flooding or your welfare, please phone 0800 492 452 or if in you are in immediate danger call 111.

The following roads remain closed or partially closed due to flooding and/or slips
• Pheasant Close, Rotokauri (TBC)
• Venna Fry Lane,Huntly
• Richardson Road, near Waikaretu
• Waingaro Road, Ngaruawahia (currently open to one lane. Weather permitting)
• Rotowaro Road and Hangapipi Road, Huntly
• Old Mountain Road, Raglan (at 6km mark)
• Highway 22 north of Glen Murray (one lane)
• Tuakau Bridge - Port Waikato Road, Te Kohanga
• Klondyke Road, Onewhero
• Allen and Eyre Road, Tuakau (one lane)
• Ponganui Road, Onewhero (one lane)
• Pioneer Road, Pokeno
• River Road, Tuakau
• Te Hoe, Orini Road and Tenfoot Road, Orini/Taupiri
• Brein Road, Onewhero

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