Flash flooding across south-eastern Australia sees roof-high floodwaters and helicopter rescues in the New South Wales west.
abc.net.au/news/intense-thunderstorms-flash-flooding-south-eastern-australia/101650382Thousands have been forced to evacuate and people have been rescued from roof-high floodwaters and creek crossings, as flash flooding swept across large parts of Victoria and western NSW overnight.Intense thunderstorms have caused widespread flash flooding across NSW and Victoria overnight
The highest falls were in the already flooded NSW town of Forbes, which received 118mm — the community's heaviest rain since records there began in 1875. An Australian Defence Force helicopter has been dispatched to Molong to rescue people trapped in floodwater or needing medical help.Fire and Rescue NSW said its crews helped to rescue people stranded in roof-high floodwaters, including a couple from the top floor of a motel.
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