Severe flooding has been ongoing across Southeast Australia since October 19, and is forecast to continue for the coming days.

Incident Details

Flooding in Victoria, Tasmania, and New South Wales, Australia has been ongoing since October 19. The flooding of several rivers has affected multiple towns and forced thousands of people to evacuate. The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast the severe flooding to continue across these regions for the coming days. Landslides are also possible. Travel will likely be disrupted with multiple bridges and roads expected to close or become impassable.

Traveler Safety

Travelers are advised to follow all official safety directives. Exercise caution during transit and avoid flooded areas. Be prepared to evacuate. Monitor the situation via local sources.

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