Southern District Police advise that driving conditions around the Southern region are treacherous tonight and expected to continue through tomorrow.
The region is affected by widespread snow and black ice which has caused a number of crashes.
Snow is currently falling and settling across the districts regions.
Police advise motorists to take care on all Southern Roads and to avoid all non essential travel tonight and tomorrow morning.
For up to date information please check the NZTA website for roading updates. http://www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic/regions
