26 Jun 2023 | 12:31 PM UTC
New Zealand: Authorities responding to motor vehicle-related incident causing related road closures and power outages in Tauranga as of early June 27
Officials responding to security incident and related road closures, power outages in Mount Maunganui area, New Zealand, of early June 27.
Event
Authorities are responding to a motor vehicle-related incident that is causing related road closures and power outages in Tauranga's Mount Maunganui area as of early June 27. Reports indicate an unidentified suspect crashed into a power pole along the Marine Parade and Tweed Street roundabout while evading law enforcement officials. The incident has caused consequent power outages at nearly 700 residences and road closures on Ocean Beach Road, Marine Parade, and Tweed Street. It remained immediately unclear when power services would normalize. The incident has also left one person injured; authorities are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Officials will likely continue to maintain an increased security presence until they depart the investigation scene. Linger disruptions are possible.
Advice
Charge mobile devices and other essential electronic devices when possible and ensure backup batteries are available. Exercise caution when driving in areas impacted by power outages. Park vehicles in secure areas. Confirm business appointments. Verify that security systems are working. Ensure that generators are functional and refuel devices when necessary.
