Tag: milford_sound
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Fiordland and Southern Westland
MetService issued a severe weather warning at 7:51pm on Thursday, November 20, 2025, for Fiordland and southern Westland, citing a slow-moving front bringing heavy rain. The warning is in effect for Fiordland south of Milford Sound for 17 hours, from…
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Search Paused for Missing Tramper in Milford Sound
Police have suspended the search for a tramper missing in Milford Sound since last Sunday. Inspector Matt Scoles, Acting Southern District Commander, said the decision was difficult, especially for the tramper's family, with whom police remain in frequent contact. Over…
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Search Resumes for Missing Tramper in Milford Sound
The search for a missing tramper in the Milford Sound area is set to resume today, after weather conditions prevented search teams from deploying yesterday. Police have spent the intervening time planning today's search efforts and "are maintaining a positive…
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Search for Missing Tramper in Milford Sound Continues
The search for a missing tramper in Milford Sound continues today, despite challenging weather conditions. Helicopters are grounded, but ground teams are pressing on from first light. Authorities are aware of the difficult terrain and weather warnings that could impede…
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Search Continues for Missing Tramper in Milford Sound
A large-scale search and rescue operation is underway in Milford Sound for a solo tramper missing since Sunday. The man planned a day trip to climb Mitre Peak but failed to return, prompting an immediate response shortly before midnight on…
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