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Flash Floods Hit Victoria, Australia, Closing Great Ocean Road

Published January 15, 2026, 08:12
Flash Floods Hit Victoria, Australia, Closing Great Ocean Road

A severe storm in the state of Victoria, Australia, has caused flash floods, forcing authorities to close the Great Ocean Road. Cars were swept into the sea and thousands of residents were left without power. Authorities issued an emergency warning for towns along the road, urging residents to stay home. The incident comes just days after the same road was closed due to bushfires during a heatwave. Rescuers are working to assist people trapped in flooded cars and caravan parks.