Emergency services worked to sandbag parts of Golden Point streets last night as flash flooding hit the region.
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A SES spokeswoman said Ballarat was one of its busiest areas, with SES workers called to assist with flash flooding in multiple areas.
Ballarat firefighters assisted the SES in Golden Point for close to four hours, while Miners Rest also experienced flooding.
The Bureau of Meteorology said 38 millimetres had been recorded in Ballarat by 8am this morning. 32 millimetres fell on Sunday.
The Bureau of Meteorology said Ballarat recorded one of the region’s highest rainfalls.
“It’s then moved through Maryborough and Castlemaine to the East of Ballarat,” a spokesman said.
“Notable rainfall totals include 30mm at Charlton, 34mm at Bet Bet and 38mm in Ballarat.”
The deluge of rain follows from the wettest Ballarat September in at least 100 years. Last week meteorologists predicted October rainfall would be average.
View the map below to see which roads are closed around Ballarat. You can see the map in more detail here.
Road safety
- Be aware of road hazards such as mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges
- Do not travel through affected areas unless it is necessary
- Drive slowly, obey all roadblocks and never drive through floodwater
- For the latest list of road closures check www.vicroads.vic.gov.au or call 13 11 70
Safety information
- Check your home or building for damage before you re-enter
- If your home has been flooded, all electrical and gas appliances should be checked by a licensed technician before you use them
- Dry out and clean buildings straight away
- When cleaning up, wear strong boots, gloves and protective clothing and wash your hands and clothes regularly
- Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
- Floodwater is toxic - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
More to come