Fonterra looking to deliver 1 million litres of water to Christchurch

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· Fonterra this morning delivered 200,000 litres of fresh water from its Clandeboye plant to Christchurch.

· The water was delivered in rail pods normally used to transport milk.

· The water is being distributed around central water centres set up at six local Christchurch schools.

· Fonterra is now transporting more bulk storage containers to its Clandeboye site.

· A total of 34 pods are being sourced from around the South Island. Each pod holds 21,000 litres. We will fill these with water and deliver it to Christchurch to help keep water coming for as long as it’s needed.

· Fonterra farmers in the district have come through largely unscathed and are keen to offer help and accommodation.