Source: Radio New Zealand
Crews searching for six people buried in a landslide at Mount Maunganui have so far had the weather they’ve been hoping for today.
It’s warm – 20 degrees – and sunny, with some cloud cover and a very gentle breeze.
Officials yesterday labelled moisture “the enemy” – because with it, the clay-like ground they’re working with could become unstable and risk further slips.
The rain has held off so far, however showers are forecast late afternoon and early evening.
An independent review, announced by Tauranga City Council, will look at events leading up to the landslide. Meanwhile, WorkSafe says it will looking into the organisations that had a duty of care for everyone at the Mt Maunganui holiday park.
See how the day unfolded in RNZ’s blog at the top of this page.
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