Hundreds of north Canterbury residents have been evacuated from their homes - and further south, hundreds more Ashburton residents are on standby - as rivers rage across the region, fuelled by a one-in-100-year deluge. Students, parents and whnau are encouraged to check with their schools, kura or early learning service about whether they are open through regular channels such as their websites or social media. Environment Canterbury is monitoring rainfall and river flows across the region, with details available on its website. This is due to the increased demand on the system from the stormwater. Mount Thomas Rd east of Kennedys Hill Rd (restricted access). Fish lie very close to the bottom of the river and so it is necessary to get lures down deep and fish them along the bottom to entice a strike. The roads, footpaths, bus shelters and seats, street lighting, cycleways, signage and bridges are all key components of the road and transport system. Those needing help or support should let the SVA know; either by calling 0800 005 902 or emailing hello@sva.org.nz. Contact us online. On Sunday evening, Waimakariri District Council ordered residents living near sections of the Eyre and Ashley rivers to leave their homes. This article first appeared on RNZ and is republished with permission. Due to the closure of State Highway 75 between Birdlings Flat and Barry's Bay and rising flood waters on the main road through Little River, the Little River Service Hub and Library is closed until further notice. Avonside Road, from Retreat Road to Woodham Road, has been closed due to severe flooding. The flooding appears to be caused by blocked pipes. Most of the flooding that weve had so far has been related to the king tides, says Christchurch City Council Acting Head of Three Waters and Waste Tim Drennan. We have sucker trucks in that area but we are asking residents living on those streets to use water for essential purposes only for the next 24 hours. The Ashburton River is the one major concern, Brown said. The closure, which is expected to end in December 2023, is required for a $34.4 million bridge rehabilitation project. FL 511. 'It could get worse': State of local emergency declared in Canterbury, dozens of school closures announced, In pictures and video: Red-alert level deluge swamps Canterbury, Copyright 2022 Discovery NZ Limited (Warner Bros. The Waimakariri River Regional Plan (PDF File, 5.35MB) - incorporating Change 1 - is operative. The Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management Group is lifting the state of emergency for the region except for the Ashburton, Selwyn and Waimakariri districts, where it will be extended for seven days. Here's what we know so far about road closures. NZTA warned people to . One lane on Fitzgerald Avenue, between Kilmore Street and Cambridge Terrace, has been closed due to flooding. Try one of the trails on offer to explore the coastline and forests of this unique rural district. SH77 Methven to Windwhistle and Darfield - the inland scenic route closed due to flooding several places. Published on 21 Feb 2023 Three Waters judgement accepts confiscation of assets with no compensation The decision of the High Court issued today confirms the Government's Three Waters plan is expropriating councils Three Water assets and that the decision to pay compensation rests with Parliament. Of the households already evacuated, 243 are in Waimakariri. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Two right lanes of southbound Interstate 295 on the Buckman Bridge reopened after they were closed during peak traffic hours Monday due to an abrasion, the Florida . Volunteers from Civil Defence are going around areas affected by the flooding to check on people's welfare. They will be going door-to-door in the worst affected areas, seeing if people need any assistance. Roger Harper captured this photo showing the damage to a bridge over the Waihi River at Winchester. Two more roads have been closed due to flooding. Surface flooding throughout the district. SH73 Springfield to Castle Hill next update due by midday. Kellands Hill Rd from Pages Rd to Washdyke Flat Rd due to flooding and a vehicle crash. Stay up to date with local road conditions and alternative routes on the Ashburton District Council website. Description: There are no bridge restrictions for this period. A Fire and Emergency spokesperson said last night their southern communication centre had dealt with around 100 flood-related callouts in the past 12 hours. SH1 Temuka between Arowhenua Rd and Huirapa St. SH1 Hinds River Bridge between Delamaine St and Lynnford Rd. Hall Stream (Nixons Road restricted to one lane) work ongoing to contain/divert flows. Chair of the Joint Committee, Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel, made the declaration at 4:45pm, extending the state of emergency across Canterbury, following local declarations of emergency in the Timaru, Ashburton and Selwyn districts. This closure may be extended back to Windwhistle soon. There have been more than 240 evacuations in the Waimakariri district tonight. Residents in Akaroa and surrounding areas are being asked to conserve water during the current state of emergency. The Waimakariri Gorge is located on the Waimakariri River in inland Canterbury in the South Island of New Zealand. As our journalists work to ask the hard questions about our recovery, we also look to you, our readers for support. SH79 Rangitata to Fairlie and Geraldine flooded in several places. Council contractors will monitor and respond to areas where grit may be required. Heavy rain is set to continue overnight and into Monday, so water levels are likely to rise, Acting Minister for Emergency Management Kris Faafoi said. Start your day with a curation of our top stories in your inbox. Expect delays southbound. People were earlierbeing told to evacuate immediately from an area of the Waimakariri district because a flood gate wasstuck open and there may be flooding. Forrester said the changing situation meant it was best to avoid travel in Canterbury on Monday. Copyright Star Media Network 2019. "The new timber is currently being cut to . Police warned rubberneckers venturing out yesterday to see the flooding to stay home for their own safety and that of emergency workers. To recap, the following the roads are closed due to flooding and are likely to remain closed overnight. "The rain is actually easing at the moment. Peak hourly rainfall rates of 10mm to 15mm per hour are on the cards about the High Country and foothills. And, despite parts of the region being already drenched by up to 300mm of rain, MetService warned that more bad weather was on the way and the situation could get worse before it got better. "If they're feeling unsafe they should call someone, get some advice or leave. Cumnor Terrace,from Chapmans Road to Garlands Road. Photo: Newsline. Flooding has forced the closure of the following roads: Due to the torrential rain and heavy flooding over the weekend there were streets that were in accessible due to road closure for kerbside collection on Monday and Tuesday. Eight residents were evacuated last night from Geraldine retirement village, and six people tending stock were airlifted to safety yesterday afternoon after being trapped by rising floodwaters at Okuku in North Canterbury. Mount Thomas Road, Mertons Road and Oxford Road residents can now return to their homes. "We've lost three bridges at this stage - that we're aware of.". The bridge over the Waimakariri River still carries the road, performing half of its original function as a road/rail bridge. SH8 through Burkes Pass is likely to close later this afternoon ie Fairlie to Tekapo with culverts constantly filling with debris. He said if residents were feeling unsafe they should call 111 or leave if it was safe to do so. SH73 Springfield to Castle Hill - next update due by midday Thursday, 3 June, SH1 Ashburton near Saunders Rd - Flooding, SH8 Fairlie to Tekapo (Burkes Pass) - Flooding. A man walks though floodwaters in Christchurch during a regional emergency caused by two days of heavy rain. The next high tide is due at 8pm tonight and is likely to bring some more flooding. Heavy rain flooded the region yesterday, closing roads, sparking dramatic helicopter rescues and sending Civil Defence scrambling to set up emergency welfare shelters. As New Zealand moves from crisis to recovery mode the need to support local industry has been brought into sharp relief. The flooding has eased in Little River. If you do come into contact with flood waters, change out of any wet clothes and shoes and put them aside to be washed later. Environment Canterbury recommends all residents to: To be updated as more information comes to hand. Due to surface flooding, only emergency travel should be undertaken. "With traffic moving over to the middle of the bridge and merging back, movements will be much slower than usual. High tide for this morning has passed and we expect to see the flooding situation ease. Published on 15 Feb 2023 See the latest updates from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. The Student Volunteer Army (SVA) preparing to step in to help with the inevitable clean-up that will be required after the flooding in Canterbury. Traffic and travel. Avonside Road, from Retreat Road to Woodham Road. * The Ashburton river is 1m away from bursting its banks, Acting Minister for Emergency Management Kris Faafoi says. Check the latest radar imagery on https://t.co/1rQfBmVPzQ ^TA pic.twitter.com/WGfRSjWrch. "We need it to stop raining to let those rivers drop," Brown said. SH77 from Darfield to Methven and Ashburton because there is flooding near Hawkins Bridge. If you have an appointment either today or tomorrow (or while the weather disruption lasts), please assume it will go ahead unless you are contacted individually to say otherwise. Weather conditions are starting to improve, with the rain easing. No matter the condition of a traffic signal, you should always observe cross streets and other drivers to make sure you can proceed safely. Army personnel from Burnham Camp have been deployed to Ashburton to assist with potential evacuations caused by the flooding in the region. This is our last update for today, Monday 31 May, unless the situation changes significantly overnight. This is particularly critical around Duvauchelle. About 2000 residents lost power overnight in 12 different incidents. If your street is closed due to flooding and you have a kerbside collection scheduled for Monday, please do not put your bins out until your street has re-opened. Avondale Road, from New Brighton Rd/Bassett Street to Breezes Road. If people have vehicles parked in areas affected by flooding this morning, we advise they move them this afternoon before the next high tide, Mr Drennan says. Avonside Drive, from Wainoni Road to Torlesse Street. Ford Road, from Opawa Road to Newbery Road. "We would advise people to travel outside peak hours in September if they are able to do so or leave earlier than they normally would," MacKay says. Emergency services will be assisting with the evacuation. This is causing traffic to back up to Lineside Rd on SH 1. Rising waters have been breaking banks and flooding large swathes of land throughout Canterbury toady. These sites contain flooding updates for Canterbury areas, including emergency notices, road closures, river flow, flooding warnings and places to get more information: Christchurch City Council flooding updates page Ashburton District Council flooding updates page Selwyn District Council flooding updates page Timaru District Council is posting updates to their main page The regional council for Christchurch: Environment Canterbury Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management page. You can access further information on the Plan and background documents below. A man walks though floodwaters in Christchurch during a regional emergency caused by two days of heavy rain. Even if they are closed, your call will be put through to a nurse who can advise you on what to do. Bealey Bridge, Upper Waimakariri, repairs start mid-April, overnight closure 16 April, a Saturday night One of the longest single lane bridges on the West Coast to Canterbury highway (State. Slips and floodwaters are disrupting travel, making some roads impassable and "possibly isolating communities". The Canterbury District Health Board has provided the following advice for those in flood-affected areas. Wash skin that has come into contact with flood waters, and wash your hands as soon as you reasonably can - or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser. Fitzgerald Avenue, between Kilmore Street and Cambridge Terrace. "That includes people with water coming into their homes and people needing to be rescued from floodwater, as well as things like power lines brought down by trees.". The Ashburton River Bridge is scheduled to close Wednesday 16 June from 11pm to Thursday 17 June at approximately 1am for survey works. Other than those events, Lyford said Fire and Emergency NZ teams had been called to about 20 weather-related incidents in the region overnight. This is due to weather conditions and to avoid bins blowing over with potential high winds overnight. Restrictions are in place on a several other roads in the district and motorists are urged to stay off the roads if they dont need to travel. Driver licences. It is possible the water maybe contaminated. River Road, from Banks Avenue to Medway Street. Our Resource Recovery (Kerbside Collection) staff will organise for your bins to be collected when this happens. On the Northern motorway all that is left of the car park by the Waimakariri bridge is a rush of dirty water flowing with debris. A retirement village in Geraldine had to be evacuated due to flood waters, with a spokesperson confirming eight residents had been evacuated. This year the main sponsors are the Hunting & Fishing stores at Tower Junction, Colombo Street and Rangiora. 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