Photo: Transport for ChristchurchSurface flooding has caused traffic congestion and hazardous driving conditions in Christchurch this morning, while other parts of Canterbury have been blanketed in snow. "Surface flooding will also be an issue on many roads, so keep an eye out," a Transport for Christchurch spokesperson said. "Surface flooding is an issue northbound at the intersection of SH73 Curletts Rd & Blenheim Rd (and) surface flooding at the intersection of Colombo St and SH76 Brougham St is causing delays westbound." Surface flooding at the intersection of Colombo and Brougham Sts caused delays this morning. There was a road snowfall warning in the area.

Source: Otago Daily Times May 11, 2021 21:56 UTC