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Heavy rain, strong winds batter south: Flood-hit areas in the firing line again
Heavy rain, strong winds batter south: Flood-hit areas in the firing line again Mon, 26 Jul 2021, 12:59PM
The South Island is being battered by heavy rain and strong winds as forecasters warn areas that are already waterlogged are in the firing line again.
Rocks Rd (SH6) near Nelson is closed after flooding caused by heavy waves - it is the coastal road between Tahunanui and the port.
An NZTA spokesperson said the road is closed between Bisley Ave and Russell St. Motorists should detour via Whakatu Rd and Waimea Rd.
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The MetService is forecasting up to 150mm of rain about the ranges in Westland south of Otira, while up to 100mm is expected nearer the coast overnight through until midday tomorrow.
There is also a heavy rain warning out for Nelson northwest of Motueka with up to 140mm expected about the ranges and up to 80mm elsewhere.
The MetService is warning that the rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly and surface flooding and slips are also possible. Severe Weather Update
Heavy rain and strong northeasterly winds for many NZ regions today and/or tomorrow as an active front crosses the country.