Rain soaks Tasman but much of NZ could soon see face the opposite problem | Stuff.co.nz

Relentless rain soaks the Tasman, but forecasters say much of the country could soon face the opposite problem. The Tasman district has been flooded again, with some residents having to evacuate their homes. But while the region is drying out today, forecasters say much of the country could soon face the opposite problem, with an emerging El Niño expected to bring unusually dry conditions this winter. Senior reporter Juliet Speedy has the story. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stuff NZ is New Zealand’s essential news source — bringing you live, lively and trustworthy journalism from every corner of Aotearoa. Stay informed with breaking news, in-depth stories, and the latest updates that matter to Kiwis. We upload daily, keeping you connected with the people, places and issues shaping New Zealand today. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Social media channels: TikTok:   / nzstuff   Instagram:   / nzstuff