Victoria weather causes flooding and road disruption
Heavy rainfall and extreme weather across Victoria have caused significant disruption, including nearly two dozen drivers being stranded on the Princes Highway near Bunyip due to pothole-related tyre damage.
Several regions recorded historic rainfall levels. Rutherglen saw its highest 24-hour rainfall in 114 years, while Hunters Hill broke a 21-year record with over 87 millimetres. Bendigo also experienced its wettest August day in 36 years.
The State Emergency Service (SES) has responded to 158 requests for assistance, primarily involving downed trees, and has conducted several flood rescues. Warnings for flooding, particularly in the Hume region, and damaging winds in alpine areas have been issued.
Entities: Bureau of Meteorology · Princes Highway · SES · Transport Victoria · Victoria
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Nearly two dozen drivers were stranded on the Princes Highway near Bunyip due to potholes caused by heavy rain. (Transport Victoria)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Bendigo experienced its wettest August day in 36 years. (Bureau of Meteorology)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Rutherglen recorded 51 millimetres of rain, the highest 24-hour total in 114 years. (Bureau of Meteorology)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The SES responded to 158 requests for assistance in 24 hours, primarily for downed trees. (SES)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Hume region was hit hardest by the wild weather. (SES)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Hunters Hill received over 87 millimetres of rain, breaking a 21-year record. (Bureau of Meteorology)