14 Aug 2008

Hail storm causes car crashes

10:07 pm on 14 August 2008

A hail storm has hit the Kapiti Coast, causing several car crashes.

The police say no-one was seriously injured in the crashes, after the storm hit shortly before 8pm on Thursday.

The storm also activated lights and bells at railway crossings, creating delays.

A tree blocking State Highway 1 south of the Otaki bridge has been cleared.

The police say a severe weather warning is in place this evening and are advising motorists to take care.