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Victoria's floods are expected to peak more than double the average level as authorities warn residents to evacuate or seek the highest ground.
Two people have been plucked from a floating vehicle in Victorian floodwaters, while another trio were rescued after their boat ran aground.
Several Victorian communities have been urged to move to higher ground after major flooding alerts were issued across the Alpine and Gippsland regions, with the window to evacuate now closed.
Tinamba, Tinamba West and Newry have an active evacuation warning.
Victoria's Gippsland region has endured a wild week of extreme weather, with massive bushfires being swiftly followed by torrential rain that has caused flooding around many properties.