Environment Canterbury has responded to an incident at a Blenheim Road business where liquid waste material has allegedly been discharged to land where it could enter local waterways.

A spokesperson said “people and their animals should avoid and keep out of any waterways in the area of:

• The Wigram Retention Ponds (at the A&P showgrounds)

• The Curletts Road area

• The Lunns Road area

• The stretch of the Heathcote River/Ōpāwaho in the vicinity of the sites mentioned above.

If members of the public see any affected wildlife, they should call 0800 765 588. Please do not handle any wildlife. 

A further update is expected mid-morning Thursday 6 April.