The wild conditions brought on by ex-Tropical Cyclone Fehi that forced the closure of Greymouth's CBD have been captured in a video.
Greymouth's central business district was closed before midday today as heavy winds and rain intensify in the town.
The video shows debris flying across roads and nearly hitting vehicles as police stop traffic in and around the CBD.
Trees flex and bend and water is blown from a fountain.
Several roads and some schools have also closed in Greymouth.