Platt’s Patch rescue animals face devastating floods in Melbourne

Severe flooding has submerged parts of The Platt’s Patch in Melbourne, washing out internal roads and inundating animal enclosures as the owners work to keep their rescue animals safe.The Platt family is using heavy equipment to move earth and build higher ground for the animals, including camels, horses, goats, and pigs. They have urged community members and volunteers to stay away from the property because of hazardous conditions.“As much as we appreciate every single offer, it is simply too dangerous for anyone to come out here right now,” the family said. “With roads washing away and water continuing to flood our property, we don’t want anyone putting themselves in harm’s way.”The family said protecting the animals and removing floodwater remained their immediate priorities.“Right now, our biggest priority is getting this water out and keeping all of our animals safe,” they said.The owners described the flooding as the worst they had experienced during their time on the property.“I