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Epitaph Slip, Rift above the road – aiming to reopen 10 am Friday, 22 November

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

All safety-critical rock blasting and scaling north of Haast at Epitaph Slip area in South Westland is now complete, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

NZTA is aiming to reopen SH6 south of Knights Point, north of Haast at 10 am on Friday morning (22 November), subject to any further weather issues and road loading tests, says Mark Pinner, System Manager for NZTA in the Central Region of the South Island/Te Wai Pounamu.

The highway will also close overnight for the time being from 9pm through to 7 am the next day while NZTA gains more assurance of slope stability.

This section of highway has been closed since the record 9 November rainfall which caused flooding, slips and rockfall at a number of places, including above the road at the site of 2012’s Epitaph Slip.

“The rock scaling and explosives team has been working continually since Monday last week to make this site safe for it to reopen. As well as removing rocks which directly threatened the highway, using air bags, explosives and helicopter sluicing, they have also tackled a number of other unstable rock faces around this section of highway, with more to come to provide some future-proofing,” says Mr Pinner.

The main slip above SH6 south of Knights Point, taken Saturday after helicopter sluicing. Some of the loose rock from this site is being used to form a safety bund at the southern end to protect traffic from any future rock falls, the rest will be trucked away. The larger parts in the middle are still to be removed in coming weeks.

Bund/ safety barrier under construction Wednesday, 20 November.

All highway cracks were filled in earlier this week and drainage drilling outlets piped, with road levelling and load testing on Thursday. (See photo below showing drainage pipes.)

Loading excess material onto trucks this week.

A bund or safety wall has now been built from fallen rock at the southern end of the rockfall site.

Crews will continue to clear the catch pit between the old road alignment and the new route over coming weeks, requiring some Stop/Go traffic management. Some future more sizeable blasting work will also require road closures for part of some days, with details to be confirmed soon.

If there is further heavy rain, NZTA may close the road as a precaution.

Additional safety sensors and lights

Mr Pinner says there has been minimal movement on site since recording began on 9 November. However, some additional safety features are being installed. These include movement sensors in the ground that are linked to warning lights. If any ground movement is detected by the sensors, the lights will automatically warn drivers to stop as a hazard is present.  

“Thanks to all drivers for building in extra time over the next few weeks between Lake Moeraki and Haast,” says Mr Pinner. “It is never convenient to close a highway and the start of the summer tourism season was particularly unwelcome this year. But we need to be confident the route is safe.”

For further information:

Journey Planner – West Coast highway conditions(external link)

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Laos

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – Safe Travel

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2024, 14:55 NZDT
  • Still current at: 20 November 2024

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If you are planning international travel at this time, please read our COVID-19 related travel advice here, alongside our destination specific travel advice below.

Avoid non-essential travel to Xaisomboun Province due to the potential of violent incidents, such as shooting attacks (level 3 of 4).

Exercise increased caution in Bokeo Province along the borders with Myanmar, Thailand and around the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone due to criminal activity (level 2 of 4). Criminals, drug traffickers and other people pursuing illegal activities, including employment scams, operate in these areas.
 
We advise New Zealanders to exercise increased caution elsewhere in Laos (level 2 of 4).

Laos

Crime
On occasion, violent crime, such as robbery and sexual assault has been known to occur, including in Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and Vang Vieng. There have been reports of violent muggings which have involved the use of guns and knives. As victims of robbery are often targeted due to their perceived wealth, it is advisable to avoid wearing or displaying items that appear valuable, such as electronic devices, cameras and jewellery. No resistance should be given if you are the victim of a robbery or mugging as this could lead to an escalation in violence.

Petty crime, including bag snatching from passing motorcycles, is prevalent in cities and tourist areas. Thieves often work together and may distract victims and rob them while their attention is diverted. Local law enforcement’s response to crime is often limited. We recommend paying close attention to your personal security and belongings at all times, avoid travelling alone and late at night, avoid unlit areas and roads. To help prevent a total loss, you should consider not carrying your passport, debit and credit cards, and cash all in the same bag.

There have been a number of drug-related deaths among foreign nationals visiting Laos. Some tourists have had their drinks or food spiked with drugs and have subsequently been assaulted. Extra care should be taken to ensure your food and drink is never left unattended. We recommend against accepting drinks from strangers or recent acquaintances. Restaurants offering ‘Happy’ or ‘Special’ menu items, particularly pizza or shakes, should be avoided as they may contain unspecified amounts of opium and other unknown substances. In November 2024, there have been several cases in Laos of suspected methanol poisoning after consuming alcoholic drinks. Be cautious about consuming alcoholic beverages, particularly cocktails and drinks made with spirits that may have been adulterated with harmful substances. Know the signs of methanol poisoning and seek immediate medical attention if suspected.

Scams
There have been reports of local motorcycle rental companies arranging for rented motorcycles to be deliberately stolen or damaged, in order to charge the renter large amounts of money in “compensation”. Always make sure your travel insurance covers medical and other costs associated with motorcycle rental and accidents. Never provide your passport as a deposit or collateral when hiring a vehicle. Only rent from a reputable vehicle hire company. 

Local travel
Unexploded landmines and ordnance pose a significant threat in Laos, particularly in Xieng Khouang Province (Plain of Jars) and the Lao-Vietnamese border area along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. We advise you not to stray off well‑used roads and paths in rural areas. Never pick up unknown metal objects. Mined areas are often unmarked.  

The area near the border with Myanmar and the Mekong Riverbank border with Thailand are known drug smuggling routes. There have also been small-scale skirmishes between anti-government groups and government troops in isolated areas along the Thailand border.  

New Zealanders should exercise caution if contemplating participation in river and water-based activities in Laos. Tourists have been killed and seriously injured participating in activities such as jumping, tubing, rafting and ‘fast boat’ river travel. New Zealanders are advised to carefully consider the risks of participating in such activities, as sufficient safety equipment may not be provided and safety regulations may be lower than what you would expect in New Zealand. You should always use the safety equipment supplied and avoid operators who do not take the necessary safety precautions to ensure passenger safety, such as providing life jackets.

Civil unrest
Isolated incidents of violent civil unrest, including armed attacks and bombings, have occurred in the past in Laos. New Zealanders are advised to avoid all demonstrations and protests, monitor the media for information on potential safety risks and comply with any instructions issued by the local authorities.

General travel advice
It is a requirement under Lao law to carry identification at all times. Police undertake frequent checks and failure to provide suitable identification may result in a fine or detention. 

New Zealanders travelling or living in Laos should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place that includes provision for adventure activities (if you are planning on doing any) and medical evacuation by air.

Intimate relationships between foreigners and Lao citizens are illegal, except when the two parties have been married in accordance with Lao law.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe and can include the death penalty.

Exercise caution in relation to offers of employment that appear ‘too good to be true’.  There have been a number of cases where victims have been trafficked into online scamming or other fraudulent activity, with poor pay and living conditions, restrictions on movement, and the possibility of severe mistreatment.

Photography of military establishments or officials is prohibited, and could result in detention. If in doubt, don’t take a picture.

The rainy season normally runs from May to October. During this time, there is a heightened risk of flooding and landslides, particularly in provinces along the Mekong River in Southern Laos. Keep informed of regional weather forecasts and follow the advice of local authorities.

New Zealanders in Laos are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Travel tips

The New Zealand Embassy Bangkok, Thailand is accredited to Laos

Street Address M Thai Tower, 14th floor, All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road, Bangkok Postal Address PO Box 2719, Bangkok 10500 Telephone +66 2 254 2530 Email info@newzealandembassybkk.com Web Site http://www.mfat.govt.nz/thailand Hours Mon-Fri 0800-1200, 1300-1630 hrs

See our regional advice for South East Asia

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Road rebuilds a focus for this renewals season in Hawke’s Bay

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

People travelling throughout Hawke’s Bay over the next few months can expect to see a lot of activity renewing (replacing road surfaces) and resealing the region’s state highways.

The 2024/25 summer maintenance and renewals season is now well underway.

In addition to a busy summer maintenance and renewals season, cyclone recovery work is continuing.

During the course of the maintenance and renewals season, which typically runs between now and March when the weather is warmer and drier, approximately 10 lane kilometres* of state highways are expected to be renewed in total throughout the region.

Renewing the road involves removing the existing road surface and underlying structure and replacing it with new materials.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Regional Manager of Maintenance and Operations Rua Pani says a focus of the maintenance and renewals season is ensuring a safe, reliable, resilient state highway network.

“Undertaking a high number of road renewals is a key priority in the region. This is how we improve road conditions long-term,” says Ms Pani.

“We are working hard to minimise the impact of works on road users, but some level of disruption is unavoidable. We appreciate the patience of all road users in Hawke’s Bay as we complete this necessary maintenance work on the region’s roads,” says Ms Pani.

Some of the activity planned through the renewals programme

SH2: 

  • Work at Rakaipaaka north of Wairoa has been completed. 
  • Work at Tawhara Station, south of Wairoa has been completed.
  • Work at north Ohinepeka has been completed.
  • Taniwha Station in central Hawke’s Bay. This site is currently underway and expected to be complete mid-December.
  • Work in Waipwa is due to begin in January.

SH5: 

  • Te Haroto School. The site is due to be set up early in December and expected to be completed mid-January.
  • Gum Trees. The site is due to be set up early January and expected to be completed by early March.
  • Old Mill. The site is due to be set up early November and expected to be completed mid- December.
  • There will be some further work on two sites from last season including Māori Gully and Waioni Bridge.

SH50: 

  • South of Mangamaukau Stream – Tikokino village between Holden Street and Smedley Road. The site is due to get underway late January and is expected to be complete mid-March.
  • Watsons South, just north of the intersection with Ashley Clinton Rd. Approximately one month in duration and 757m in length. This site is starting early February and completion is expected mid-March.
  • Balfours Rd, just north of Makaretu Rd intersection. This site is 165m long. It is programmed for early January until mid-February.
  • Mangatewai South, south of Mangatewai River bridge. This site is 290m long and programmed for mid-January until late February.

Alongside the summer maintenance and renewals season, Hawke’s Bay road crews are continuing cyclone recovery work.

NZTA is working alongside Transport Rebuild East Coast (TREC) and local contractors on a range of recovery projects.

TREC’s Hawke’s Bay project spokesperson Chris Mahoney says TREC crews are making good progress alongside local contractors on multiple recovery sites, fixing damaged sections of the road, stablising slips, repairing and maintaining bridges.

The recovery programme includes sites at Devil’s Elbow and White Pine Bush on SH2, repairs at Dillon’s Hill Culvert, and North of Hill Road Culvert on SH5, and bridge repairs at Chesterman’s Bridge and Aschott Bridge on SH50.

“We expect the bulk of the recovery work to be completed by autumn next year. There will be a handful of sites that run for a longer period, but much of the traffic management will be off the network come Easter.”

With the increase in renewal work, road users can expect to encounter a number of roadwork sites and sections of newly sealed road on their journeys.

“It is important that drivers follow the temporary traffic management in place, adhere to all speed restrictions in place and respect our crews while travelling through the roadworks site.

 “Speeding over a freshly sealed road can damage the new seal, lifting and flicking stones from the road that can, in turn, damage nearby vehicles or your own. To minimise the risk of damage to both vehicles and the new seal, it is crucial that road users adhere to all temporary speed restrictions in place,” says Ms Pani.

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SH39 Kakaramea Road overnight road closure

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 39 (Kakaramea Road) near the Mangataoma Bridge, will be closed overnight Sunday 24 November for road maintenance.

This section of state highway south of Ngāhinapōuri, needs attention and closures allow work to be carried out safely and efficiently.  

The closure will be in effect from 6.30pm Sunday 24 November until 6.30am Monday 25 November while contractors complete ‘mill and fill’ works as part of an asphalt repair programme. This work will extend the life of the road and reduce potholes over winter and create a smooth ride.

During the time the road is closed, residents and emergency services will have access however all other traffic will be detoured. HPMV vehicles will be held and released every hour.

We’d like to thank people for their patience while this important maintenance work is carried out. 

The works are weather dependent and if you’re travelling through the area, make sure to plan ahead and check Journey Planner.

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One overnight closure planned for Kennedy Road offramp at SH2 HB Expressway

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

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State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway’s Kennedy Road offramp will be closed overnight this Sunday.

The offramp will be closed this Sunday 24 November between 9pm and 5am on Monday – reopening in time for commuter traffic.

During the closure, crews will be removing the temporary steel safety barrier which was installed last month while enabling works were undertaken as part of the project to 4 lane the expressway.

During the closure, northbound road users will be detoured to the Taradale Road roundabout.

The right turning lane from the offramp onto Kennedy Road has been closed to traffic since last month – it will remain closed after Sunday night’s full closure.

Thank you to all road users for taking the detour – NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi appreciates the disruption caused and will be working as quickly as possible to minimise that disruption.

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SH1 Tokoroa to Ātiamuri will partially re-open on Thursday

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

A few days of adverse weather have meant that State Highway 1 between Tokoroa and upper Ātiamuri will reopen only partially at midday on Thursday 21 November between Kinleith and upper Ātiamuri.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Regional Manager of Maintenance and Operations for Waikato and Bay of Plenty, Roger Brady, says this partial opening was the best solution for those using SH1 in that area.  

“We lost 4 days of work since we started work in this area on 6 October – all because of rain.  This is a large site spanning 17km with four separate work areas.  We have completed 13kms of road makeover, allowing us to open the southern end of this work zone between Kinleith and Upper Ātiamuri, which we are sure many locals will welcome.   

“We also needed to press on to get the next section, Putāruru to Tokoroa underway, as there is a limited time before the Christmas road-works moratorium comes into place on Friday 20 December 2024.The partial reopening means we can reduce the length of the detours and journey times.” 

The new detour will now be SH32, Old Taupō Road, Kinleith Road and vice versa. Businesses and residences between SH32 intersection and just north of Campbell Road will still be accessible with the so ft closure there.

“The northern section of this work, from Tokoroa down to Kinleith, has had an extensive makeover which involved milling out the existing road surface and replacing it with new material and adding a foam stabilised bitumen basecourse layer.  It is expected this section should be open early to mid next week. 

“Unfortunately road works are totally dependent on having good weather, and we just need a little more time. We think this work-around is a good outcome that most locals will appreciate,” Mr Brady says. 

The partial section of road reopening will be under traffic management for a few days so the surface can be driven on to bed-in the rebuild work. Once the chip is adequately bedded in (the length of time will vary depending on the weather), the excess chip will be swept off, road markings completed, and the traffic management removed. It is expected this will be done by the time the rest of this section is open next week, again under traffic management while it is bedded in.  

The final asphalt surface will be applied under night-time road closures starting Tuesday 7 January 2025. More information will be available soon about the impacts of that work on journeys.  

The partial reopening means that at 5am on Thursday 21 November 2024, the next SH1 customer, Putāruru to Tokoroa, will close for its beauty treatment and a 15 lane-kilometre facelift. We could not delay starting this work, as the road had to be sparkling for the Christmas holiday season at midday on 20 December 2024 and there is a bit to be done!  

SH1 will be closed to through traffic from SH1/Princes Street, Putāruru to SH1/SH32 Tokoroa intersection. All north and south bound SH1 light vehicles will be detoured via Princes Street, Arapuni Street, Arapuni Road, Waotu Road, Old Taupo Road, SH32 – Tokoroa and vice versa. This will add approximately 15 mins and 11km to journey times. There will be a temporary speed limit of 70km/h along the entirety of the detour route. Heavy vehicles are asked to take SH5/30.  

The “hard closure” (the worksite) is approximately 13km long, from Vospers Road to Rollett Road. There will be a “soft closure” in Putāruru, between SH1/Princes Street intersection and Vospers Road/Ngatira Road, Lichfield. There is also a soft closure at the southern end, up to Rollett Road.  While still allowing access to businesses and residents, these soft closures are in place to send those on longer journeys down appropriate detours. 

Southbound traffic will not be able to travel beyond Vospers/Ngatira Road. Northbound traffic will be able to travel as far north as SH1 Rollett Road. 

The first closure on SH1 was from south of Tīrau to north of Putāruru, with the rebuild work finishing on 4 October. We are coming back for one last step in the revamp – to lay the final asphalt surface – under night-time road closures from Sunday 24 November until Thursday 5 December, working Sunday to Thursday nights only. The road will be closed from 7pm – 6am during this time. Detours will be as before, via SH28 and SH5, adding approximately 8 minutes to journeys. We’re looking forward to seeing the final result – a well-constructed road that is great to drive on (and admire)! 

Work began on 11 November on Eastern Taupō Arterial and this section will reopen on 6 December. 

SH1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru will close from Monday 6 January until late February 2025. More information to come. 

To learn more please visit our SH1 Tīrau to Waiouru maintenance project page where you can also subscribe to our newsletter: 

SH1 Tīrau to Waiouru maintenance

Completely closing sections of SH1 has enabled 3 sprayers to be used at once to apply the bitumen emulsion at a temperature of 85 degrees onto the foam bitumen basecourse underneath.

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Heatherlea East Road rebuild almost complete

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Road users are advised to expect delays on State Highway 1, north of Levin, later this week as crews complete sealing work.

Since September, an important road rebuild has been taking place on SH1 north of Levin, near the intersection of Heatherlea East Road.

Crews have been working as efficiently as possible to improve drainage and replace the underlying pavement of this section of road to improve its long-term condition.

The sealing work will take place over two days this week – Wednesday 20th, Thursday 21st from 9am – 4pm.

Crews expect to complete the work in two days but will return to site on Friday between 9am and 1pm if an extra day is needed.

Road users are advised to expect delays of up to 30 minutes, while travelling through the site.

This road rebuild is well ahead of schedule and is expected to be completed weeks before the original scheduled finish date of 14 December.

These sealing works are being carried out during the day due to the need for warmer, drier temperatures which gives the new asphalt the best chance of success.

Following these sealing works, the road will be under temporary traffic management while it is swept and line marked.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi thanks road users in the area for driving to the conditions and for taking an alternative route where possible. NZTA appreciates at times there will be disruption on our network, and our roadworkers will do their best to complete their work safely and efficiently and keep you moving this summer.

We’d like to thank the local Levin community for their patience while these rebuild works have been underway.

For more information about the 2024/2025 road maintenance season, please visit:

Manawatū-Whanganui maintenance and operations

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Sunny Sunday update for week ahead, Haast to Lake Moeraki, SH6, South Westland

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Good weather on the West Coast of the South Island over the weekend has helped crews removing loose rocks at the Epitaph Slip’s steep faces, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

SH6 through South Westland was closed just over a week ago when record-breaking rain pummelled Otago and Westland, creating wide-spread flooding. Slips, rockfall and cracking in the highway, showing movement had occurred under the road, has kept this key section of highway closed since then.

“The crew was able to use the helicopter to sluice the highest parts of the rock face on Saturday and has completed most of the safety-critical rock removal over the past two days,” says Mark Pinner, System Manager for NZTA in the Central South Island.

The next stage, once there is no more risk of overhead rockfall, is to construct a bund around the base of the cliff face at the southern end to reduce the risk of any future rockfall making it onto the road, says Mr Pinner. That work will get underway on Monday alongside clearing the debris from the catchpit.

The bund will be constructed using rock which has fallen from the site to date.

“The scaling team will continue with preparation for removal of some of the larger rockfall features this week, in clear co-ordination with ground crews for everyone’s safety.

“Once we get this highway reopened in coming days, scaling and clean-up crews will continue to work at this site for some weeks so it will be a slower journey through this point for some time,” says Mr Pinner.

Cracks in the highway are being filled this week and drainage improvements installed to funnel water away from the area of recent movement.

NZTA understands the importance of this key route to the region, and work is being completed as quickly as possible to safely re-open the road, says Mr Pinner. NZTA is providing regular updates to local government, businesses and the Department of Conservation, to keep everyone informed.

“We know this is frustrating for hospitality and tourism operators on the West Coast and in Otago who rely upon the Haast/SH6 loop for much of their summer business. We are doing our best to return this road to everyone in a safe condition, ready for the months ahead.”

NZTA will provide a further update on Wednesday 5pm (20 November) which will include a definitive timeline for re-opening the road, with earlier updates if anything changes before then.

Hokitika, Fox Glacier and Franz Josef, Haast – all open for business

  • The West Coast’s SH6 is open for business north of Lake Moeraki and from Haast south.
  • The route into the glacier towns and further south as far as Lake Moeraki is fully open from the north/Hokitika on SH6.
  • Drivers can get to Haast from the southern Otago/Makarora side of SH6.
  • People cannot drive between the two at this stage.

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Work continuing throughout the weekend at Epitaph Slip, South Westland

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency

Rock scaling crews clearing dangerously large and unstable rocks high above SH6 north of Haast resumed work this morning following delays on Thursday as wet weather made conditions treacherous on site.

Crews have been hard at work on the cliff face since Tuesday after setting up and getting a helipad for equipment delivery in place on Monday, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

On Thursday crews were forced to stop rock scaling work as rain set in around mid-afternoon, with around 100mm falling. Scaling work re-started this morning and is progressing well. Crews will be on site continuing with safety critical rock scaling work and road repairs throughout the weekend.

Following the completion of rock-scaling, crews will clear rockfall material and construct a bund to protect the road. The bund to protect the road, recycling fallen rock, can only be built once the rockfall risk from above is cleared enough for the crews on the ground to be safe.

NZTA understands the importance of this key route to the region, and work is being completed as quickly as possible to safely re-open the road. NZTA is providing regular updates to local government, businesses and the Department of Conservation, to keep everyone informed.

NZTA will provide a further update on Wednesday 5pm (20 November) which will include a definitive timeline for re-opening the road.  We will provide updates earlier if they are available before that time.

What’s been achieved so far?

  • This week crews have filled several cracks in the highway caused by movement from the Epitaph Slip, as well as using airbags to release unstable rocks above the road.
  • Overhanging vegetation has been cleared, in some cases using explosives to get a clear look at rocks underneath and assess their stability.
  • Drainage work has started to dewater/drain the areas most susceptible to movement.
  • The protective bund design and its alignment next to the highway has been approved so crews are ready to install it once it is safe to do so.

Can I get to Fox Glacier and Franz Josef? What about Haast?

  • The route into the glacier towns and further south as far as Paringa is fully open from the north/Hokitika on SH6.
  • Drivers can access Haast from the southern Otago/Makarora side of SH6.
  • People cannot drive between the two at this stage.
  • The West Coast’s SH6 is open for business north of Lake Moeraki and from Haast south.

Lake Moeraki to Paringa reopens

The section of highway north of Lake Moeraki to Paringa has fully reopened from Friday 15 November 2024.  Traffic Management will remain in place as slip clearance work continues and road users should expect ongoing delays. 

NZTA’s Journey Planner – West Coast highway conditions(external link)

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Philippines: Typhoon MAN-YI

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – Safe Travel

Philippines: Typhoon MAN-YI

Tropical Storm MAN-YI is forecast to move towards the north-eastern coastline of the Philippines over the next couple of days. MAN-YI is forecast to intensify into a category 4 typhoon on or around the 16th of November prior to making landfall north of Manila.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is issuing advice on their website, and social media platforms Facebook and Twitter.

We advise New Zealanders in Philippines to follow the advice of the local authorities at all times (including any evacuation orders) and seek suitable shelter. Visitors and tourists staying in travel accommodation should follow the guidance of hotel/resort management. It is considered sensible practice not to venture outdoors during a super typhoon and remain well away from the sea and rivers.  We recommend you stay informed of developments by monitoring local news and weather reports.

Please also ensure you keep your family and friends in New Zealand informed of your safety and well-being, including after the typhoon has passed.

New Zealanders in Philippines requiring emergency assistance should contact the local emergency services on the following numbers:

  • National Emergency Hotline | 911
  • Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) | 8527-3877 / 8527-8482
  • Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) | 136 / 8882-4151 to 77
  • Philippine Red Cross (PRC) | 143 / 8790-2300
  • Philippine National Police (PNP) | 9117 / 8723-0401 / 8537-4500
  • Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) | 8426-0231 / 8426-0195
  • Department of Health (DOH) | 8711-1001 to 02 / 8740-5030
  • National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) | 8911-1406
  • Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) | 8284-0800
  • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) | 8931-8108

New Zealanders in the Philippines requiring consular assistance can contact the New Zealand Embassy in Manila on +63 2 234 3800 or at NZEMmanila@mfat.govt.nz or for emergencies after-hours on +64 99 20 20 20.

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