Wye River

Wye River is a coastal town in Victoria, Australia, located along the Great Ocean Road. It is newsworthy due to recent severe flash flooding caused by a major thunderstorm. The flooding has led to the closure of the Great Ocean Road, a major scenic tourism route, and the evacuation of hundreds of people from a major camping ground. Aerial footage shows vehicles swept out to sea and caravan parks inundated. An emergency flash flood warning was issued for Wye River and surrounding areas. The event is significant due to the damage caused to property, the disruption to travel and tourism, and the emotional impact on those affected, with reports of people losing everything and strangers offering support.