Parts of the Hurunui District experienced significant rainfall on Wednesday, with between 60 to 116 millimetres falling across the region — the highest recorded around Waiau.

A Hurunui District Council spokesperson said, “Our 3 Waters infrastructure coped well with the rainfall, with some localised issues that were dealt with using additional resources overnight. All water treatment plants are fully operational.”

Surface flooding has been reported in multiple areas, including on Inland Road, where the causeway south of Mt Lyford Lodge is flooded. Motorists are being urged to drive with caution and be prepared for unexpected hazards.

The council said a telecom pole is down in Waiau and reminded residents to treat all lines as live and to wait for repair crews to attend.

Brooke Dawson Reserve in Hanmer Springs has been closed due to the weather conditions.

Council crews have been inspecting the roading and stormwater networks since early this morning and are asking residents to drive to conditions and monitor MetService updates for any changes to severe weather warnings.