One of the worst floods to hit Mildura, Victoria, in the past 70 years is currently occurring.
Water levels are currently 50mm below the predicted high at 38.4 meters above sea level.
Flooding has already surpassed the peak that was first anticipated.
Blocks of land used for fruit-growing have turned into islands, affecting homes on the town’s periphery.
Crops and small-town businesses worth millions of dollars have been destroyed in a matter of days.
During what is often their busy season, the tourism industry has also been severely impacted.
According to the authorities, the town will take some time to recover.
It is anticipated that the water will crest today and then stay there for another week, until Christmas.
Even then, the recession will be gradual, and things won’t fully recover until as late as mid-February of the following year.
South Australia is experiencing significant flooding as well, with peaks not anticipated for several weeks. The majority of the town of Walker Flat is being evacuated due to the rising seas.
