South Island in Deep Freeze | Auckland News

South Island’s bracing for a brutal polar blast—snow’s hitting low elevations, mountain passes are under warnings, and ferries are canceling sailings. Today’s the iciest day yet, with frosty chills spreading across Otago and Canterbury, and Thursday could be the coldest day of the year. Buckle up—this freeze won’t last, but right now, icy roads and poor visibility mean extreme caution is mandatory, especially near Dunedin and Christchurch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a55348f7ea2996fa