Hundreds of people are stranded on New Zealand's South Island after flash flooding spawned by heavy rainfall washed out the only roadway into an area popular with tourists. The New Zealand Transport Authority released a video on Tuesday showing the extent of damage on Milford Road, the lone highway leading to Milford Sound, where more than 300 people, including tourists, are reported to be trapped. Officials advised Milford road could remain closed for a week. The country's Metservice has warned that more rain will cause "dangerous river conditions and significant flooding" over the coming days, according to Sky News. CLICK HERE FOR MORE WEATHER COVERAGE FROM FOX NEWSIn addition to the nearly 200 tourists trapped by the flooding, there are an estimated 300 workers who are also now stuck in the area.

Source: Fox News February 04, 2020 13:30 UTC