Extreme weather, floods and fires threaten to compound Victoria’s road woes
Victoria's infrastructure is increasingly threatened by extreme weather events such as bushfires and floods. Research indicates that significant portions of the state's road and rail assets will be at risk in the coming decades, necessitating urgent upgrades. The state government faces criticism for its current maintenance program, which has been deemed inadequate in light of these challenges.
- ▪Bushfires, extreme heat, and floods will increasingly damage Victoria's infrastructure over the coming decades.
- ▪Research shows that $57 billion worth of state assets will be at risk by 2030, growing to $71 billion by 2070.
- ▪Roads are particularly vulnerable, with $20.2 billion at risk of damage by 2030 and $25.1 billion by 2070.
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