SES rescues more than 20 people stuck in their cars following heavy snow
Victoria's State Emergency Services have rescued more than 20 people trapped in their vehicles near Hotham Heights, following especially heavy snowfall over the first weekend of Australia's ski season.
According to a Facebook post on Monday, SES unit volunteers from Bright and Falls Creek assisted Victoria Police with the rescue of the stranded motorists after more than 50cm of snowfall in the area over the weekend.
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Similar snowfalls have been recorded at other popular Australian ski fields following a cold snap since early winter, including Thredo and Perisher in New South Wales, and Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Falls Creek in Victoria.
The SES advises that if you're travelling in alpine regions this long weekend, be aware of road closures due to heavy snowfall – in Victoria via the VicTraffic website. You can also view snow chain requirements here.
And the SES says you should reconsider your travel plans in areas affected by heavy snowfall if necessary.
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