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Victoria Braces for Extreme Weather with Flash Flooding on the Horizon

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Millions in Victoria, SA, and NSW are preparing for severe thunderstorms and potential flooding as heavy rainfall threatens the region.

Victoria and southern parts of NSW are on high alert as they gear up for thunderstorms and flash flooding. Storms ravaged South Australia, prompting warnings about heavy rainfall, strong winds, and hail. Millions are now bracing for massive downpours expected to sweep across Victoria on Sunday and into Monday. The state is set for a deluge, with rainfall of up to 200mm possible in some areas.

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for north and north-eastern Victoria, including areas like Echuca, Shepparton, and Wangaratta. Flash flooding is a major concern, with emergency services warning residents of intense thunderstorms that could result in life-threatening situations. Severe thunderstorms are predicted to hit central and northern Victoria, potentially causing significant rainfall that may lead to flash flooding.

As severe storms pummel the region, Victorians are facing dangerous flash flooding with road closures across the state. The situation is critical, with streets turning into rivers and residents urged to stay vigilant. Amid the chaos, residents of regional Victoria have been forewarned of imminent storms and flash floods following days of heavy rain and river overflows.

The recent weather events highlight the unpredictability and intensity of Australia's climate, underscoring the importance of preparedness and emergency response. As Victorians grapple with the aftermath of severe storms, the focus shifts to recovery and reconstruction efforts to mitigate future risks and ensure community safety.

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Victoria and southern parts of NSW prepare for thunderstorms and ... (The Guardian)

Storms lashed parts of South Australia on Saturday night prompting the state's emergency service to issue warnings about heavy rainfall, strong winds, hail and ...

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Flooding expected as Victoria braces for 'extreme weather event' (9News)

Millions are bracing for massive downpours expected to sweep across the state on Sunday and into Monday, dr...

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Victoria, SA and southern NSW brace for flooding rain (Ballarat Courier)

Victoria, South Australia and southern NSW are set for their turn of bucketing rain and flash flooding as...

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'Like Queensland': Tropical rain set to drench Vic, amid flood warning (Herald Sun)

Huge parts of Victoria have been advised to prepare for floods on Sunday and Monday, with rainfall of up to 200mm possible in some areas.

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Victoria set to be drenched as severe weather warning issued (Sky News Australia)

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for north and north-eastern Victoria, including the districts of Northern Country, North Central ...

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'Life threatening': State on flood alert (NEWS.com.au)

Victoria and NSW are to be lashed with intense thunderstorms that threaten to cause life-threatening flash flooding.

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Rain band settles in over Victoria as emergency services warn of ... (ABC News)

A severe weather warning is also in place for northern areas including Echuca, Shepparton, Wodonga, Wangaratta and Bright. Flood watch warnings have been issued ...

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Watch and act warning as flash flooding hits Warrnambool (Warrnambool Standard)

State Emergency Service Victoria issues a 'watch and act' warning as flash flooding impacts parts of Warrnambool, with 43mm of rain in the hour to 4.45pm.

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Rain band settles in over Victoria as emergency services warn of ... (ABC News)

A large rain band is leading to rainfall across much of Victoria, with the Bureau of Meteorology warning there is more to come overnight into Monday.

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Severe storms and 'life-threatening' flash flooding to hit regional ... (9News)

R๏ปฟesidents in regional Victoria are being warned severe thunderstorms today are likely to lead to flash flo...

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Flash flooding likely in some areas as heavy rain falls across Victoria (ABC News)

There are warnings for flash flooding in parts of Victoria after heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning. A severe thunderstorm warning from the ...

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Victoria drenched, but more wet weather on the way (The Age)

Severe weather is set to hit parts of Victoria, with warnings for floods in place across parts of the state.

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Parts of Victoria on flood watch as thunderstorms threaten to bring ... (The Age)

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in parts of central and northern Victoria over the next several ...

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Street turns into river as brutal floods hit (NEWS.com.au)

Victorians are currently under threat from dangerous flash flooding brought by severe storms which are pelting residents with severe rain and thousands of ...

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Road closures in Victoria as storms cause dangerous flash flooding (Big Rigs)

Severe thunderstorms in regional Victoria have led to dangerous flash flooding and several road closures across the state.

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Flash flooding likely in some areas as heavy rain falls across Victoria (RNZ)

There are warnings for flash flooding in parts of Victoria after heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning. A severe thunderstorm warning from the ...

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Severe Storms & Life-Threatening Flash Flooding Warnings Issued ... (Pedestrian TV)

Residents of regional Victoria have been warned of imminent storms and flash floods today after days of rain left rivers bursting.

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