Historical information
Orbost has been subject to major floods throughout its history, such as those which left the town isolated in 1934, 1952, 1971 and 1978. It is recorded that the Snowy River broke its banks and flooded the flats 104 times between 1884 and 1978. Extensive flooding in Eastern Victoria during June 1978, caused widespread damage to roads, road closures and hazards to traffic, particularly over the Queen's Birthday holiday weekend.
Significance
This is a pictorial record of a significant event in Orbost's history.
Physical description
A very faded black / white photograph of flood water under the railway viaduct at watt's Gulch.
