Source: New Zealand Police
Motorists, especially those of high sided vehicles – such as caravans and trucks, are urged to take extra care as high winds hit Central Hawke’s Bay.
Police are currently in attendance at a two-vehicle crash on the Waipawa Bridge, Waipawa, where a caravan has blown over and hit a car.
Motorists in the Central Hawke’s Bay are asked to take care and drive to the conditions, and high sided vehicles should consider delaying travel until winds subside.
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Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/08/31/motorists-urged-to-take-care-following-high-winds-central-hawkes-bay/