Heavy Rain Floods Victoria, Boosts Growers

0:00Welcome to Adelaide News today. Two minutes of news that matter to Adelaide. Heavy rain and thunderstorms have drenched northwest Victoria over the weekend, ending a dry spill, but causing floods and power outages. Horsham saw 126 millimeters from Friday morning to Sunday morning, with 96 millimeters dumping in just a couple of hours. Friday night. Mildura Nostrad's wetest march day on record at 65.8 millimeters. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued warnings for intense rainfall across the Mallee, Northern Country, Waimera, and other areas. Officials expect another 25 to 60 millimeters today and parts of the Mallee and Waimera, with more wild weather building. Local businesses took a hit from the sudden downpours. In Dambula, a chef lost power during dinner service, shutting down ovens and fans in a sweltering kitchen. Meanwhile, a big food event in Horsham dealt with flooded venues, but dozens of volunteers stepped in Saturday to set up covers and keep things running.

1:01Growers see a silver lining in the rains. Citrus orchards near Mildura benefit from less need for irrigation and cleaner soil, while dryland farmers in the Mallee and Waimera welcome the boost. After desperate times, still, concerns linger over muggy conditions that could spark fruit fly outbreaks, prompting calls to check traps and apply sprays. These remain flooded and power issues persist as the state braces for more storms. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone, lay back and listen. S-O-L-I, solely pillow dot com, S-O-L-L-I, Soli Pilo dot com, S-O-L-I, S-O-L-L-O-I, s o-L-I-Solepellow dot com.