SNOW IN DUNEDIN

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIV, Issue 22774, 7 July 1937, Page 12

SNOW IN DUNEDIN

RIGOURS OF WINTER COATING IN STREETS MOTORISTS USE CHAINS SKATING ANI) ICE SPORTS [by telegkavh—OWN coiuikspondknt] DUNEDIN. Tuesday

Severe though the conditions have been during the past winter, they reached their greatest rigour to-day when the city presented something of the appearance of an Antarctic outpost. Leaden skies early in the morning presaged snow, a promise which was soon fulfilled. By nine o'clock the surrounding hills were covered by a white blanket, and, as the falls of snow and sleet continued at frequent intervals, the lower levels and even the streets of the city soon bore a coating of white.

Motorists were compelled to resort to the uso of chains, and the greatest care had to be exercised by drivers, especially those who lived in the hill suburbs.

Temperatures were extremely low and there was a cold south-west breeze.

Although similar conditions have extended to most parts of the province, no serious traffic interruptions have occurred. In a number of places, however, service drivers and others are compelled to use the greatest caution. No stock losses have been reported, although it would not be surprising to hoar of their "occurrence.

Skating and ice sports arc in full swing in many parts of Central Otago.