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Four Stuck in River, Rescued by Helicopter | Sydney News
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- Jul 4, 2026
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- 77
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Summary
Four people were stranded on the roof of their 4WD after it was swept away by floodwaters in Gippsland — a terrifying ordeal that unfolded despite a minor flood warning. With the engine dying and the vehicle carried downstream, they used a satellite phone to call for help, leading to a dramatic helicopter rescue. All four were safely winched to safety, uninjured but soaked, while their car remains lost in the river. Authorities are warning Victorians to never underestimate flood risks — even minor warnings mean avoid flooded roads. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/56002a7e4bd5d0f3