File photo. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon
Large hailstones have caused damage in parts of Otago after an intense storm the region overnight.
Drivers in Clutha District were being warned of flooding and fallen trees following night's heavy rain.
Clutha District mayor Bryan Cadogan said hailstones were "huge" in some places, and came down "heavily" for a short period causing localised damage.
The district council said roads were closed amid the rain and thunder, and are assessing roads in the area.
State Highway 8 between Millers Flat and Lawrence was closed by flooding and toppled trees on Tuesday night.
The highway reopened on Wednesday morning under a temporary 30km speed restriction.
Rongahere Road was closed overnight between Beaumont and John O'Groats Road, the council said.
Contractors were assessing roads throughout the district including in West Otago, Waipori and the Lawrence areas.
A heavy rain warning for the area was lifted earlier on Tuesday evening.
