Dunedin residents are preparing for a deluge of rain.
A red heavy rain warning is in force for North Otago, Dunedin and coastal Clutha today and tomorrow.
Otago Civil Defence says people should only travel tonight if absolutely necessary - to avoid getting caught up in rising rivers or streams.
The Country's Jamie Mackay says people are getting the sandbags ready ahead of the weather changes.
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