Crews working to repair State Highway 2 at Devil's Elbow. Photo: Facebook / Waka Kotahi
State Highway 2 between Gisborne and Napier will finally reopen Sunday, nearly three months after Cyclone Gabrielle.
Police are urging motorists to take extra care and drive to the conditions as much of the road is still damaged.
SH2 will be open during daylight hours only, Waka Kotahi has said.
Speed restrictions are in place and some areas are down to single lanes with traffic lights and signage.
There may also be queues and longer expected travel times, police warned.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency will be managing temporary closures of the road at night while work to restore the road continues.
Motorists are encouraged to visit the [www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz Waka Kotahi Journey Planner website] before they travel for real-time travel information, and updates on delays, roadworks and road closures.