Current situation

Flood watch

There is currently a weather watch in place. 

Staff are monitoring conditions. This is a good time to get prepared in case the weather worsens.

Be prepared and stay updated.

October 2025

A heavy rain watch has been issued by MetService. We are monitoring weather conditions and lake levels. 

ORC monitors lake levels and river flows, using MetService forecasts along with our own data and expertise, we model the predicted effects of rainfall.

Lake flooding is typically slower to starting, meaning we usually have more time to issue warnings. 

Our water monitoring sites are automatically updated through the day and night. These are publicly available, and you can view the data. 

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