Severe Weather Shuts Northland Tracks, Campgrounds

Several DOC sites across Northland are closed after heavy rain, with more intense downpours, and resulting clean-ups, expected this week.

"With an orange heavy rain warning from MetService in place for Northland, we're asking people to check the DOC website for the latest warnings and closures before heading out to DOC sites this week," says Acting Director Regional Operations, Phelan Pirrie.

"MetService is forecasting intense rainfall between Wednesday and Thursday morning, which could affect tracks, campsites and access roads.

"Conditions can change quickly, so we're urging everyone to plan ahead if they're considering naturing, take care and put safety first."

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