The worst of the latest cold blast is likely to be over for South Canterbury, the MetService says. Snow fell in the Canterbury High Country on Sunday and Monday, making roads “dicey”, with two reported crashes. However, as of Monday afternoon, MetService forecaster Angus Hines said the “worst of it” had already gone through the weather systems for South Canterbury. READ MORE:* Heavy snow expected as New Zealand hit by winter freeze* Snow falls in parts of South Canterbury, heavy snow watch in place* Wintry blast sees temperatures nosedive in South CanterburyHines said it was likely to be cold and frosty over the next two days in South Canterbury, but otherwise fine – particularly in Timaru. George Empson Lake Takapō/Tekapo on Monday morning.

Source: Stuff August 08, 2021 22:54 UTC