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Community Information
There are no particular seasons for storms in Victoria. Residents should prepare their properties for flood and storm events to occur at any time of the year.
Evidence has shown that communites in fire affected areas have an increased potential in being impacted by Floods and Storms After Fires
FloodSafe
Floods can happen at anytime during the year. Many thousands of Victorian homes, properties and businesses are at risk of flooding. There are many things that you can do to minimise the impacts of floods on your home, property or workplace.
Remember NEVER to walk, ride or drive through floodwaters. This is the main cause of death and injury during flooding. As little as 20 centimetres of fast flowing water can knock you off your feet!
You can see our FloodSafe page for further information on what you can do to be FloodSafe.
For the latest flood warning information and river heights see www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 217
StormSafe
Storms can bring with them a variety of hazards from lightning, rain, strong winds and hail. You can reduce the likelihood of injury to yourself or damage to property through taking simple storm safety precautions.
You can see our StormSafe page for further information on what you can do to be StormSafe
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
If members of the public experience storm or flooding threatening or damaging their property, they should call the VICSES flood and storm response emergency number on
Flood or Storm assistance 132 500
For life-threatening Emergencies call 000
Further Information
Keep listening to ABC or your local radio for information and advice
Weather information and warnings visit www.bom.gov.au
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