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At Least 5 Killed by 'Devastating' Floods in Eastern Australia
- At least five people died during devastating floods across eastern Australia on and before May 23, 2025.
- The flooding resulted from record rainfall caused by a slow-moving coastal trough parked over northern New South Wales catchments for days.
- Heavy rainfalls up to 180mm within 24 hours, river rises including the Bega River nearing minor flood levels, and widespread flooding disrupted communities and transport.
- A senior NSW police official reported that a man likely drove into floodwaters and was carried off a causeway, highlighting the serious risks associated with driving through flooded areas.
- Authorities activated disaster relief across 19 local government areas, urged residents to avoid floodwaters, and warned that water levels would remain dangerous despite easing rainfall.
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