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“Rainfall amounts of 60 to 90 mm are expected, with peak intensities of 15 to 25 mm/hour, and possible thunderstorms,” it said.
More heavy rain is expected today and another warning or watch may be issued. “There is a low chance of an upgrade to a red warning,” the ministry said.
Wellington’s train network was severely disrupted yesterday due to debris blocking culverts.
KiwiRail metro general manager Jon Knight said temporary speed restrictions were in place on key sections of the rail network for safety reasons, particularly between Pukerua Bay and Paekākāriki, which was closed due to a landslide.
Despite earlier fears, the high tides did not cause further flooding.
Kapiti Coast District Council emergency operations controller James Jefferson said yesterday conditions were improving but advised residents in flood-prone areas to prepare as further rain was forecast.
Several roads were closed in the Hutt Valley and the region’s ageing sewer network was overwhelmed, leading to overflows of raw sewage.
In Naena, Lower Hutt, Cambridge Street and Strand Street were severely flooded and police were forced to cordon off affected areas.
In Porirua, officials worked to clear a blocked culvert while firefighters were flooded with emergency calls.
Further north, Judgeford Golf Club was completely flooded and closed until further notice.
A man and his dog were rescued after their vehicle was trapped by floodwaters in Pautahanui.
“We are aware of significant flooding around the area; please refrain from sightseeing – keep roads open to allow residents to carry out clean-up efforts,” Kapiti Coast District Council said on Facebook.
“Please drive with caution and if you see flooding, do not attempt to drive, walk or play in floodwater.”
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