Australian Water Information Dictionary

major flooding

In addition to the criteria for moderate flooding, extensive rural areas and/or urban areas are inundated. Properties and towns are likely to be isolated and major traffic routes likely to be closed. Evacuation of people from flood affected areas may be required.

local flooding
flood threat advice
minor flooding
moderate flooding

This definition applies to:

Glossary for Water forecasts: Flood warning services
Glossary for Water status: Australian Water Resources Assessment

Australian Water Information Dictionary

major flooding

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