Snowy Avon from the footbridge at the end of Medway Street

27 August, 1992

Snowy Avon from the footbridge at the end of Medway Street

27 August, 1992

The big snowfall of 27 August, 1992. Unusual to see the river so high.

Area: North East / Richmond

Source: Entry in the 2008 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt

Source: View in canterburystories.nz

Reference ID: CCL-HW-08-CE-015

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