Heavy rain overnight caused flooding on Russell Rd at Punaruku, although the waters started to recede at 9am. Roads around Northland are reopening after heavy rain caused flooding in spots around the region on Thursday morning. Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council's webcam at Kāeo shows the water receding at 9.23am. Northland Regional Council data showed most Northland spots had received 45mm-75mm of rain in the last 24 hours, with the highest amount being 112mm at Waimamaku. Far North residents also reported flooding at Ōtaua and Horeke, but Far North District Council did not confirm road closures.

Source: Stuff September 22, 2021 21:14 UTC