Flooding, slips and snow wreak havoc across South Island roads

<p>A slip has closed part of State Highway 6 between Greymouth and Westport this afternoon, as the effects of heavy rain is felt across the region. </p> <p>New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said SH6/ Coast Rd between Greymouth and Westport on the West Coast was shut this afternoon due to a slip at Meybille Bay.</p> <p>"People are asked to avoid the closed area of SH6/Coast Rd between Punakaiki and Fox River, or to consider delaying their journeys," a spokesperson said. </p> <p>The closure followed heavy rain and widespread surface flooding, fallen trees and other slips occurring across the West Coast and the central South Island today.</p> <p>Grey District Council shared an image of flooding over the road in the Arnold Valley. </p> <p>"Motorists should take care," it said.