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A message on the DOC website last Friday states:
07 April 2017: Powell Hut strengthening
Powell Hut is undergoing strengthening work. In the meantime, the hut is structurally compromised during extreme wind events (exceeding 180 kph).DOC considered closing the hut, but determined that given its location, the risk of hypothermia or overexposure to trampers if they were caught without shelter was too significant.
The hut will remain open for as much of the remedial work as possible but be aware there is a risk that the structure may not withstand winds in excess 180 kph.
Alternatives to staying in Powell Hut include staying at one of the next closest huts: Jumbo Hut or Atiwhakatu Hut.
Please let your members know. The hut may be closed some of the time.
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