Snow, hail and polar cold temperatures as Antarctic blast hits New Zealand
An Antarctic blast has swept up the South Island, bringing freezing temperatures, dumping snow and grounding Air New Zealand flights, is now moving over the North Island.
With snow blanketing much of the south, leaving numerous highways closed and even falling to sea level in Christchurch overnight, the focus is now on the north, which is starting to feel the brunt of the polar air. We are working with Wellington Regional Emergency Management Office to keep an eye on developments and are regularly inspecting our runway and seawalls to ensure they are not damaged. We are advising travellers to contact their airline or keep an eye on Wellington Airport s Live Flight Information for latest updates. We also advise taking extra time and care getting to and from the airport.
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Weather: Waves overtopping sea wall in Wellington, more road blocks set up
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Another road block has been set up on Wellington s south coast as the worst of the weather is set to hit the region.
Waves have begun overtopping the sea walls and encroaching on land south of the city.
Ōwhiro Bay resident Eugene Doyle said Wellington City Council has put a new cordon up at the intersection of Ōwhiro Bay Parade and Happy Valley Road.
He said the south side of the bay, leading to Red Rocks, is closed to traffic other than residents vehicles.