Intense rainfall causes flash flooding in northern and central Victoria

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Intense rainfall is causing life-threatening flash flooding in northern Victoria, with Mildura receiving nearly half its annual rainfall since Saturday. The State Emergency Service has responded to over 270 calls for help statewide, primarily for flooding and downed trees, as heavy rain continues to fall. A severe weather warning remains in effect for large areas of northern and central Victoria, with dangerous conditions expected to persist before clearing later in the week.


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