Source: Radio New Zealand
Bluebridge and Interislander in Picton Marlborough sounds RNZ/ Rachel Thomas
The Bluebridge Cook Straight ferry service is indicating strong southerlies could cause delays and cancellations on Monday and Tuesday.
It says strong winds and large swells are expected, and customers would be notified of any disruption.
“A southerly weather system is forecast for Cook Strait on Monday and Tuesday, bringing strong winds and large swells. The worst of the conditions are forecast for Monday afternoon and may result in delays or possible cancellations.”
RNZ has contacted KiwiRail to ask if Interislander services will also be affected.
No formal weather watches or warnings were in place for the region, MetService’s website showed.
“A southerly flow covers the North Island on Tuesday, while a large high in the Tasman Sea extends over the South Island, its severe weather outlooks said, noting a “strong or gale southeasterly flow” for the offshore Chatham Islands.
Meanwhile, ferry services connecting Eastbourne and Wellington City have been cancelled at least 10am Monday because of the conditions.
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