Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Tasman District Police are advising motorists in the Marlborough region to avoid any non-essential travel this evening due to the ongoing weather event.
Driving conditions are extremely poor, with surface flooding, slips, and low visibility due to heavy rainfall.
A number of roads have been closed.
Anyone who needs to travel should do so with extreme caution and allow extra time for their journey.
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Issued by Police Media Centre