During winter, Southern District police handle increased emergency calls due to icy road conditions.

As winter arrives, police emergency services in Southern District (covering Southland, Otago Lakes Central, and Otago Coastal) are dealing with increased calls due to icy conditions, including blocked roads and crashes. Winter weather conditions require drivers to adjust their driving habits, and Southern Road Policing Manager Craig Brown urges drivers to be aware of and adapt to these changes.

May 09, 2024
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