**This Emergency Alert has been cancelled.**

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An Emergency Alert (Watch and Act) has been issued by the Central Highlands Regional Council for residents in Rubyvale.

Council advises catchment conditions are now very wet with further thunderstorms forecast for tonight and Thursday. These storms may produce heavy rainfall and flooding in Policeman Creek. Rainfall rates in excess 55mm per hour, 75mm over three hours or 100mm over six hours will lead to flooding of concern. The community is advised to be alert and prepared to take early action to relocate to higher ground. For flood assistance, contact the SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, dial Triple-Zero (000). For more information go to www.bom.gov.au.