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• Weather event update: 7:00am, Tuesday 15 July
  15/07/2025 7:00am

  Mōrena Nelson Tasman. Here is the latest update:
   
  WELFARE 
  Our response assessment teams visited a total of 299 properties yesterday in flood-affected areas and they are out again today. They will be focusing on Graham Valley, Rocky River, Marahau, Thorpe, Golden Downs, Tapawera, and Ngatimoti areas assessing support needs and property conditions. Please keep an eye out for them in your area. Helicopters are also operating today to drop off essential supplies.
   
  There are a large number of people in challenging situations. If you need assistance, send us a message with your phone number and our welfare team can give you a call. If you don't have accommodation and can't stay with friends - then please let us know.
   
  WATER
  The Dovedale Water Treatment Plant remains non-operational. Residents are strongly urged to conserve water.
   
  Drinking water tankers available today (bring your own clean containers):
  - Motueka Recreation Centre (30 Old Wharf Rd): 10am–5pm
  - Dovedale Hall: 10am–5pm
  - Upper Moutere Village (1390 Moutere Highway): 3–5pm
   
  Tanker availability is limited and prioritised by need.
   
  Boil water notices remain in place for:
  - Dovedale (permanent)
  - Redwoods (permanent)
  - 88 Valley (permanent)
  - Tapawera (temporary)
   
  ROADING
  There are currently 42 road closures.
  State Highway 6 – Rocks Road remains closed to all traffic between Bisley Ave and Richardson St due to a slip. This closure is expected to remain in place throughout the week.
   
  For local road closures: Road Disruptions and Closures
  For State Highway closures, please visit: Nelson and Marlborough | NZTA Journey Planner
   
  POWER
  Around 18 households are without power.
  Many outages involve serious damage to the network and access roads, making repairs difficult and delays likely. Network Tasman will provide updates as crews continue to make progress.
   
  We know this is a challenging time – thank you for your patience and support. Stay safe and as always if you need help, please phone us on 03 543 8400