Car Flips Upside Down in Wellington Stream

Mar 25, 2026 New Zealand New Zealand Accidents
Car Flips Upside Down in Wellington Stream

A car flipped upside down in a stream near Wellington after a crash on Mākara Beach Road. Emergency services responded to the incident, with police handling the

A Car Flips Upside Down in Wellington Stream

Emergency services are on the scene of a car crash in the Wellington region where the vehicle has flipped upside down into a stream. The incident happened on Mākara Beach Road, a narrow winding road between Karori and Mākara Beach. Fire and Emergency shift manager Alex Norris said that upon arrival, crews found the car partially submerged in the stream. Police are currently managing the situation, with the road closed for several hours. Motorists are advised to take an alternate route, heading north towards Johnsonville before doubling back to reach Mākara Beach. As of now, there are no confirmed injuries, and authorities are still gathering information. More details will be shared as they become available.

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