Melbourne hit by heaviest October rain in years as storms drench south-east
Melbourne recorded its highest daily rainfall since April 2024, receiving 47.8mm from 9am with 25mm in one hour.
Severe storms swept across south-east Australia on Thursday afternoon, plunging Melbourne into darkness around 3pm. The city and surrounding areas saw 20 to 50mm of rain, triggering some flash flooding in creeks and under bridges.
Emergency services responded to more than 200 calls, including six water rescues and calls for help with 71 building damage reports and 44 fallen trees. South Australia also copped significant rainfall, with 20 to 25mm across parts of the Adelaide Hills.
More rain is expected to continue Friday and Saturday, with eastern Victoria potentially seeing 100 to 150mm over the next few days. Conditions are expected to ease by Sunday as the storm system moves offshore.
- 47.8mm since 9am
- Rainfall at Olympic Park
- 200+
- Emergency calls
- 6
- Water rescues
- 44
- Fallen trees
Why it mattersMore heavy rain in the coming days increases flood risk for residents and infrastructure; understanding timing helps people prepare and stay safe.
AustraliaVictorian residents should expect continued disruption and flooding risk through Saturday; those in eastern parts of the state face the heaviest rainfall, and commuters should allow extra time and avoid flooded roads.
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