Advarsler, The Pikes

Heavy Rain Warning - Red Area: Marlborough and Canterbury between Ward and Hanmer and southeast of the Awatere Valley, including the Kaikoura ranges Forecast: Expect 250 to 350 mm and possibly up to 400 mm. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h expected Monday night and during Tuesday morning and afternoon, especially about the ranges. Freezing level about 1600 metres and snow likely above 1200 metres. Impact: Threat to life from dangerous river conditions, significant flooding and slips. Conditions will disrupt travel, make some roads impassable, and isolate communities. Impact: Action: Do not enter floodwaters and avoid travel. Act quickly to self-evacuate if you see rising water. Be ready for power and communications outages.