Alpine riverbed alert

Heavy rain has fallen since early Saturday morning in the headwaters of the major Canterbury alpine rivers (particularly the Rangitata, Rakaia, Waimakariri, Hurunui, and Ahuriri). The rain is forecast to ease Saturday night.

Beware of increased flows in the upper catchments today (Saturday) and in the lower river reaches tomorrow (Sunday) if you are working or recreating in these riverbeds. Out-of-river flooding from any of these rivers is unlikely. 

We will continue to monitor forecasts, landed rainfall, river flows, and our flood protection infrastructure throughout the event. 

 

 

This message will be updated by 10:00 am tomorrow morning, if required,