Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is aiming to open SH1 south of Christchurch through Dunsandel and also at Hinds, south of Ashburton, on Tuesday – possibly in the afternoon. “There is still up to 500 mm of water over the highway at the Selwyn River/ Waikirikiri .
With rain lessening in mid and south Canterbury, flood waters on roads are expected to recede in these areas later today, says Tresca Forrester, Journey Manager Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. “The Selwyn River/ Waikirikiri deep flooding on SH1 .
While rivers are receding in Canterbury, residents are being warned the risk is not over and some are still on standby to evacuate should the situation change.