# South Island Weather Warning | Christchurch News

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-07-29T22:47:40+00:00
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New Zealand’s South Island is bracing for extreme weather—heavy snow, gale-force winds, and potential road closures. Canterbury’s alpine passes could see 10-20cm of snow, impacting key highways like SH73 and SH7, while strong southerly winds threaten Coastal Otago, Southland, Fiordland, and Stewart Island. Snow may even reach 200m on Saturday, with SH94 near Milford Sound also at risk. The NZTA warns drivers to check conditions, pack warm gear, and drive cautiously if on the road—slow down, space out, and stay visible. Don’t let the Thursday chill fool you—this is going to get wild. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6adc036f6ca1a82f

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