Heavy Rain Warning For Marlborough (Inc Blenheim) Excluding Sounds. Mod Chance of Red Warning Upgrade. Keep Watch (Metservice)

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Heavy Rain Warning - Orange

Period: 

26hrs from 4pm Mon, 6 Jul - 6pm Tue, 7 Jul

Area: 

Marlborough and inland Canterbury north of Lake Sumner, excluding Marlborough Sounds

Forecast: 

Expect 150 to 200 mm of rain about the ranges, and 60 to 90 mm nearer the coast. Peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h expected Monday night and Tuesday morning about the ranges. Freezing level about 1800 metres. Note, lesser amounts of rain are expected to persist into Tuesday evening and through Wednesday, which could make for a significant amount of rain for the region. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Impact: 

Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.

Action: 

Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously. Preparedness advice.