As a “major rain storm” strikes the state, residents in Victoria are being told to brace themselves for severe weather.
Premier Daniel Andrews issued a warning to Victorians about floods that might occur in certain areas of the state due to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds on Tuesday.
Up to 100mm of rain is anticipated to fall during the rainy weather, which is predicted to begin on Wednesday and “intensify in force” on Thursday.
Even a little quantity of rain would present a danger of flooding since our catchments are full, we have seen record rainfall up to this point, and the land is completely sodden, according to Mr. Andrews. However, the amount of rain we are anticipating is not small.
There will be substantial rainfall in several areas of the state, which will put many towns in various locations at danger of flooding.
A “short-term flash flood” danger from Thursday’s heavy rains, followed by a “longer-term” riverine flooding risk as water filters through the state’s river systems, is what senior meteorologist Kevin Parkin of the Bureau of Meteorology is most concerned about.
According to Mr. Parkin, the rain event was brought on by tropical moisture accumulating over Australia’s top end and a third straight year of La Nina.
I can’t emphasize how important it is to be ready for Thursday’s flash flood and severe rain, Mr. Parkin added.
In the next days, we will have to cope with riverine floods.
Although these weather systems often come with rain, they also frequently bring with them powerful winds and severe wind gusts that impact elevated regions.
Melbourne and Geelong could get at least 20mm of rain, while some locations in the state’s northeast might receive up to 100mm.
Between 60mm and 100mm of rain are anticipated near the Great Dividing Range, according to Mr. Parkin, and 90km/h to 100km/h wind gusts are forecast.
Nine flood warnings are in effect for various areas of the state, including the Goulburn, Avoca, and Loddon rivers.
Residents in flood-prone regions are advised that isolation might last up to 72 hours and are asked to be watchful and get ready for it.
State Emergency Service of Victoria Tim Wiebusch urged locals to remain alert and keep an eye out for weather alerts.
Drivers should not attempt to cross any floods, according to Mr. Wiebusch, who also suggested that homeowners get their homes ready for torrential downpours and violent gusts.
In order to prevent debris from becoming a projectile during heavy winds, Mr. Wiebusch advised clearing up gutters and storm pits around your home right away.
In addition, Mr. Andrews said that the government had prepared “community containers” with adequate food, water, and supplies for 50 people for five days for places cut off by flooding.
More than 200 generators are ready to aid with power outages, and a fleet of emergency vehicles, including six new helicopters, is on standby to help with airlifting supplies, equipment, and emergency personnel.
A deluge on Friday produced flash floods and brought more than half of Melbourne’s typical October rainfall in only one hour.
As a “major rain storm” strikes the state, residents in Victoria are being told to brace themselves for severe weather.
Premier Daniel Andrews issued a warning to Victorians about floods that might occur in certain areas of the state due to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds on Tuesday.
Up to 100mm of rain is anticipated to fall during the rainy weather, which is predicted to begin on Wednesday and “intensify in force” on Thursday.
Even a little quantity of rain would present a danger of flooding since our catchments are full, we have seen record rainfall up to this point, and the land is completely sodden, according to Mr. Andrews. However, the amount of rain we are anticipating is not small.
There will be substantial rainfall in several areas of the state, which will put many towns in various locations at danger of flooding.
A “short-term flash flood” danger from Thursday’s heavy rains, followed by a “longer-term” riverine flooding risk as water filters through the state’s river systems, is what senior meteorologist Kevin Parkin of the Bureau of Meteorology is most concerned about.
According to Mr. Parkin, the rain event was brought on by tropical moisture accumulating over Australia’s top end and a third straight year of La Nina.
I can’t emphasize how important it is to be ready for Thursday’s flash flood and severe rain, Mr. Parkin added.
In the next days, we will have to cope with riverine floods.
Although these weather systems often come with rain, they also frequently bring with them powerful winds and severe wind gusts that impact elevated regions.
Melbourne and Geelong could get at least 20mm of rain, while some locations in the state’s northeast might receive up to 100mm.
Between 60mm and 100mm of rain are anticipated near the Great Dividing Range, according to Mr. Parkin, and 90km/h to 100km/h wind gusts are forecast.
Nine flood warnings are in effect for various areas of the state, including the Goulburn, Avoca, and Loddon rivers.
Residents in flood-prone regions are advised that isolation might last up to 72 hours and are asked to be watchful and get ready for it.
State Emergency Service of Victoria Tim Wiebusch urged locals to remain alert and keep an eye out for weather alerts.
Drivers should not attempt to cross any floods, according to Mr. Wiebusch, who also suggested that homeowners get their homes ready for torrential downpours and violent gusts.
In order to prevent debris from becoming a projectile during heavy winds, Mr. Wiebusch advised clearing up gutters and storm pits around your home right away.
In addition, Mr. Andrews said that the government had prepared “community containers” with adequate food, water, and supplies for 50 people for five days for places cut off by flooding.
More than 200 generators are ready to aid with power outages, and a fleet of emergency vehicles, including six new helicopters, is on standby to help with airlifting supplies, equipment, and emergency personnel.
A deluge on Friday produced flash floods and brought more than half of Melbourne’s typical October rainfall in only one hour.