ORC staff have closely monitored river levels across Otago since Wednesday morning, after weather forecasts predicted heavy rain as a result of Cyclone Cook.

ORC director engineering, hazards and science Dr Gavin Palmer said infrastructure held up well during the rain event.

“River infrastructure managed by ORC has operated well under the heavy rainfall, and there were no incidents of rivers flooding in Otago.

“We expect flows to be higher across the region for the next couple of days and advise people to take care if they are around waterways,” he said.

For live water flow information go to: http://water.orc.govt.nz/WaterInfo

For more information contact

Gavin Palmer
ORC
Director Engineering, Hazards and Science
Ph 0800 474082 or 0274 933 960