18 July 2021 The level of devastation in Westport has been revealed - with most houses in the central area of the town under water up to window-level. The Herald surveyed the damage from the air this afternoon and images and video taken show the extent of the weekend's flooding. The Buller District Council said today it appreciated the cooperation and patience of locals. Photo / George HeardHerald visual journalist George Heard has been in Westport for the past 24 hours recording the damage and aftermath. FOR FULL INFORMATION ABOUT THE BULLER DISTRICT COUNCIL INSTRUCTIONS AND ADVICE CLICK HERE.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 18, 2021 02:15 UTC