Flash flooding was experiences in multiple areas, including Wood St.
Residents who experiences flash flooding earlier this week are urged to share their experiences with Edward River Council.
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Intense bursts of rain on Sunday and Monday pushed local drainage systems to their limits.
The short, heavy downpours caused water to pool rapidly across streets and low‑lying areas, with council teams responding to multiple calls for assistance related to localised flooding.
While Deniliquin’s total weekly rainfall was modest, the pattern of delivery was the real issue.
According to Bureau of Meteorology data, the town recorded 50.2mm over Sunday, March 1, and Monday, March 2, before conditions eased on Tuesday with 0mm recorded.
Humidity also surged during the event, reaching 96 per cent late on March 2, consistent with the saturated conditions that contributed to flash flooding.
Council crews were deployed throughout the event to clear drains, redirect water and support residents.
With the flooding still fresh in the community’s mind, council is now encouraging locals to take part in its upcoming Overland Flow Flood Study survey, which will collect first hand accounts of how water moved through the town during the storm.
Flash flooding was experiences in multiple areas, including Wood St.
A public drop‑in session will also be held, giving residents an opportunity to speak directly with Council staff and contribute to the study.
More information on both the Overland Flow Flood Study and the public drop‑in session’s will be announced by council in the coming days.
The weather has since stabilised, with Deniliquin now experiencing sunny, dry conditions and temperatures in the high 20s to low 30s.
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