Roads Closed By Floodwaters In Marlborough

Surface flooding has affected some roads in Marlborough.

Rain is forecast to continue throughout the day.

The Marlborough District Council is monitoring river levels carefully. At this stage river flooding is at a two-year high.

Motorists should exercise caution on all roads and be particularly wary of surface flooding.

Some main roads and secondary roads outside Blenheim and Renwick have been closed by the rising river levels and others are flooded but still passable. Drivers are advised to be particularly cautious when crossing fords.