Rochester residents told to evacuate NOW due to rising floodwaters

Rochester residents have be told to evacuate immediately due to rapidly rising floodwaters.

The official emergency warning was issued just after 5pm on Thursday.

If you live, work or are holidaying in this area, you should evacuate immediately.

• Floodwaters are rapidly rising.
• Major flooding is expected to impact Rochester on Friday from 10am, with the Campaspe River expected to peak on Friday afternoon.
• The river is expected to rise to minor flood levels from 9pm Thursday.
• The duration of the flood event is likely to be between seven and 10 days.

If you are located in Rochester, it is recommended you evacuate immediately.

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