Rivers have surged, roads have closed and there are fears about a coming high tide in Christchurch during what is being called a one-in-100-year downpour.
Tens of millions of dollars have been spent protecting parts of Christchurch from flood waters, which Lianne Dalziel believes will pay off as heavy rain batters the city.
Rivers have surged, roads have closed and there are fears about a coming high tide in Christchurch during what is being called a one-in-100-year downpour.
Rivers have surged, roads have closed and there are fears about a coming high tide in Christchurch during what is being called a one-in-100-year downpour.
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Johnny Morris on Eglinton St in Avondale during floods in Christchurch. The water had breached one of his three steps. Johnny Morris, on Eglinton St, said his sinks and toilets were backing up as the water submerged his first step and reached his garage. “We’ve got a bit to go yet,” he said. “I’m wracked that people are sightseeing and creating waves as they rush by. “The council needs to close the road.”
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Niven St resident Chris Davies on his flooded property. A wave from a passing car rolls across his driveway.