Heavy rain and high tides combined over the weekend to cause widespread flooding in Otago and Canterbury, with hundreds of homes evacuated and major highways cut off.
About 220 households were evacuated across the Otago region, including 100 homes in Outram, inland from Mosgiel. Photo: Otago Regional Council
Read Sunday's updates for Dunedin and Christchurch, and check a summary of essential information. To share pictures of the weather where you are, email to: iwitness@radionz.co.nz
There are reports of new flooding in Christchurch, following this afternoon's high tide. Video, Audio
The weather has cleared, but several states of emergency remain in place. Here's what you need to know on Sunday.
Outram resident Craig Miller, who is among those hoping to return home today, says he was expecting heavy rain - but nothing like this. Audio
Flooding around Canterbury and Otago has led to states of emergency being declared and evacuations. See the effects for yourself in pictures.
People still in their homes in flooded parts of Christchurch along the Heathcote River are being told to stay put for the night. Video
A state of emergency has been declared in Dunedin, Otago and Timaru as heavy rain continues to fall over the lower South Island. Audio
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