Weather live: Evacuations as landslip narrowly misses homes in Dunedin

Weather Live: Evacuations as Landslide Narrowly Misses Homes in Dunedin

The Banks Peninsula remains cut off by road following widespread damage from flooding and landslips. Civil defence controller Duncan Sandeman emphasizes that the priority for Wednesday is reopening roads and restoring communications. The area experienced ten times the monthly average rainfall over the past 48 hours, leading to significant infrastructure damage. A portion of State Highway 75, connecting Christchurch to Akaroa, was closed overnight due to the severe conditions.

Residents are advised to monitor updates through our live blog at the top of this page. Roads damaged after floods in Akaroa have further complicated recovery efforts. Photo: Nathan McKinnon