Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police are advising motorists to avoid the area on State Highway 1 between Whakapara and Hikurangi.
Puhipuhi Road, and sections of Jordan River Valley Road have been flooded, with many vehicles unable to drive through. Detour routes are in place.
High tide is expected at 10.45am.
There is a queue of traffic in the area on both the North and South routes on State Highway 1.
Residents are asked to stay indoors and avoid driving, until the bad weather subsides and roads reopen.
In instances where travel is unavoidable, Northland Police ask drivers to drive carefully and be mindful of the conditions and fellow travellers.
ENDS.
