ℹ BULLER DISTRICT:
❗ Most of the freedom camp areas have been closed. Please adhere to any closure signage.
❗ Department of Conservation have advised people not to go onto the tracks.

ALL OTHER CAMPERS AND WEST COAST AREAS:
🔼 PRIORITISE your safety during heavy rain.
🔼 AVOID camping near rivers, streams and the sea, as rising water levels can create hazardous conditions.
🔼 PLAN AHEAD: If weather conditions worsen, be prepared to relocate to a safer area promptly.
🔼 STAY INFORMED: Keep up with weather updates and road conditions.
State Highways: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions
Weather updates: https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

Good morning Buller,​

Civil Defence is closely monitoring the situation regarding the
imminent weather event and has partially activated the Emergency
Operations Centre (EOC). We will continue to assess the situation
throughout the day and overnight and will fully activate the centre if
necessary. Rest assured, we will keep you updated as the situation
develops.​

You can stay informed by keeping up to date with the latest
information by following MetService for weather information and
Waka Kotahi for road conditions. ​

Civil Defence community groups are aware of the situation and will be
participating in ongoing briefings throughout the day.​

Please exercise caution on the roads and take care of your pets and
livestock. ​

​If you have any concerns or notice anything unusual, please take a
photo and email it to us at bdc.intel@bdc.govt.nz.​

Stay safe, everyone!

🚗🌧️ Surface Flooding? Drive to the Conditions! 🌧️🚗

This heavy rain is causing surface flooding across the region.
Remember — even a few centimetres of water can be dangerous so be extra cautious and slow down.

⚠️ Here’s how to stay safe:
🛑 If you see flooding, don’t drive through it – it might be deeper than it looks
🐢 Slow down – wet roads mean longer stopping distances
💡 Turn headlights on so others can see you
🚙 Avoid sudden braking and sharp turns
🗺️ Check Waka Kotahi or your local council’s website for road closures and detours
📱 Let others know your route and expected arrival time

Remember, it's not just about your car — it’s about keeping you and others safe.

Good morning, Coasters,
MetService have issued their latest weather warnings.

We've had the best Summer and here comes autumn...

A deep low over the Tasman Sea directs moist northerlies over New Zealand on Thursday and Friday. This system is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds, with the heaviest rain expected to affect northern parts of the South Island. This could be a significant rain event for the Tasman/Nelson districts, and there is a chance that warnings in the area could be upgraded to Red. Warnings and Watches are now in force for heavy rain and strong winds.

So... what does this mean for us?
It's going to rain and will be some quite high accumulations for rainfall near the ranges especially in the northern West Coast part of the region.
And just to remind us that Autumn is definitely here, some strong winds are also poking their heads in too.

🟠🟠 BULLER DISTRICT 🟠🟠
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Period: 29hrs from 3am Thu, 3 Apr - 8am Fri, 4 Apr
Area: The Buller District
Forecast: Expect to 150 to 200 mm of rain, possibly 250 mm about the Paparoa Range.
Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h expected Thursday afternoon till Friday morning.
Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

🟡🟡 GREY DISTRICT 🟡🟡
Heavy Rain Watch
Period: 27hrs from 4am Thu, 3 Apr - 7am Fri, 4 Apr
Area: Grey District and Westland District north of Harihari
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.

🟠🟠 WESTLAND DISTRICT 🟠🟠
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area: Ranges of the Westland District
Period: 28hrs from 10:00pm Wed to 2:00am Fri
Forecast: Expect 150 to 200 mm of rain and possibly 250 mm about isolated peaks.
Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h expected Thursday afternoon and evening with possible thunderstorms.
Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Please stay up to date with the latest forecasts. https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home