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Rescued: Victoria Police has released footage of a man trapped in floodwaters.

Victoria Police has released footage of a man trapped in floodwaters near Alexandra on Tuesday night.

“Police were called to reports a man needed assistance in floodwaters in Alexandra,” police media said.

“It is believed the man was on a tractor attempting to rescue cattle around 8.35pm when he got into difficulty and was surrounded by water.

“Victoria Police Search and Rescue Squad – Swift Water Rescue Team were able to successfully rescue man.

“The 43-year-old Alexandra man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”

Follow the situation here: https://www.sheppnews.com.au/news/alert-flood-watch-issued/