Nelson Tasman floods live: Dozens in emergency accommodation, multiple schools closed

Homes have been destroyed, schools are closed, power is out for many, and families are in emergency accommodation, as the scale of the damage becomes clear. Audio

A path of destruction has been cut through a rural settlement in Motueka Valley, with one local blaming slash, saying "thousands of tonnes of logs and silt" came down. Audio

Powerful floodwaters have displaced families and stunned locals as the Motueka River roared through the valley.

Powerful floodwaters have displaced families and stunned locals as the Motueka River roared through the valley.

A local business owner guided RNZ through the "warzone" caused by a flooded creek.

Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell flew over the damaged area in a helicopter, before addressing media on Saturday.