GALE IN NORTH.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18350, 22 August 1929, Page 9

GALE IN NORTH.

BIG SLIP ON RIMUTAKAS. By Telegraph—Preaa AesecljfcUa. CARTERTON, August 21. The Public Works Department advises that a big slip on the Featherston side of the Rimutakas has completely blocked the road. It is estimated that it will take two days to clear the debris. Heavy rain is still falling, and all rivers are very high. HURRICANE IN COOK STRAIT. STEAMERS POUNDED. By Telegraph—Preaa Aaaociatioa. WELLINGTON, August 21. Terrific southerly winds and high seas were encountered in the strait last night by the Matangi, engaged on the Wellington-Nelson run. The Matangi, en route to Wellington, frequently shipped heavy seas on the after deck, and some empty oil drums were carried over the side. Part of the railing to which they were lashed suffered damage. In the vicinity of the Brothers two portholes on the starboard side, near the waterline, were smashed, and water poured through into the second-class bathrooms, portions of the passenger accommodation being also flooded. Water also found its way into the dining saloon on the main deck. Temporary repairs were effected, and the steamer arrived 5 hours late. The Ngaio took 12 hours to cross to Picton instead of the usual four. At one stage it took her 6i hours to cover 18 miles. The Wahine arrived up to time from Lyttelton, after a rough trip. The Maori was 25 minutes late at Lyttelton.