1st February 2018
Heavy rain, gale-force winds and king tides are affecting much of New Zealand today. Both North Island and South Island destinations are affected by wild weather conditions including Auckland (and other areas on the top of the North Island), Wellington, Nelson, Dunedin and the Greymouth and Buller regions of the South Island. Passengers should be prepared for flight disruptions at airports in Christchurch, Dunedin, Auckland, Wellington, Hawke's Bay, Nelson, Queenstown and Palmerston.
- Auckland (along with other areas in the top of the North Island) is under a severe thunderstorm watch with high seas and king tides causing flooding along with heavy rain. At this time, international flights are operating, however some domestic services into and out of Auckland (AKL) have been cancelled.
- Wellington is experiencing wind gusts of up to 140km per hour. A number of Air New Zealand and Sounds Air flights have been cancelled or delayed at Wellington Airport (WLG).
- Nelson is experiencing widespread flooding with many roads closed and people evacuated from their homes. A state of emergency is being considered. Some Air New Zealand flights have been cancelled into Nelson Airport (NSN).
- Dunedin has declared a local state of emergency due to severe flooding. Some flights to and from Wellington and Dunedin Airport (DUD) have been cancelled.
- Flooding and gale force winds on the west coast of the South Island around has closed schools and businesses in the Greymouth area. A state of emergency has been declared in the Buller region.
Passengers affected by flooding are advised to check directly with their airline about the status of their flights and allow plenty of time to get to and from the airport.
