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Wellington roads affected by heavy rain overnight

Wellington roads affected by heavy rain overnight

NZ Police
19 Apr 2026, 18:01 GMT+

Wellington motorists are asked to take care on the roads, following heavy rain overnight.

There is flooding in Adelaide Road and around the Basin Reserve, and the Mt Victoria tunnel is currently closed.

There may also be surface flooding on other roads across the region, including motorways.

Please adjust your speed to the conditions and maintain safe following distances.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre. 

Source: NZ Police

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