A council photo shows the extent of damage to properties in Marlborough district. Photo: SUPPLIED/ Marlborough District CouncilResidents evacuated in Marlborough yesterday because of the flooded Wairau River have been told they can return to their homes. The Wairau River overflowed its banks at Tuamarina, Renwick and Spring Creek. MetService forecaster Andy Best said more rain, possibly heavy, was expected in Marlborough from this afternoon but conditions were expected to ease from tomorrow. Buller mayor Jamie Cleine said extensive damage was likely to be revealed throughout the district this morning.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 17, 2021 23:26 UTC