Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor the Kiewa River at Kiewa (main branch) and at Bandiana Yesterday at 2:30 PM
This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Kiewa River at Kiewa (main branch) and at Bandiana.

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT KIEWA AND BANDIANA

Minor flooding is expected to continue along the Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream) and at Bandiana for the next few days.

In the 24 hours to 1:00pm Saturday, rainfall totals of 10-20 mm have been recorded in the Kiewa River catchment. 

Rainfall totals of 5-10 mm with higher isolated totals possible are forecast for the remainder of Saturday.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

The Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream) is currently at 3.36 metres and steady, with minor flooding. The Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream) is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.30 m) during Saturday and into Sunday.

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.88 metres and rising slowly, with minor flooding. The Kiewa River at Bandiana is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.80 m) during the weekend.
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
What you should do: 

  • Be prepared to act if your situation changes.
  • You should stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings. 
  • Farmers should consider moving livestock and machinery to higher ground. 
  • Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
Impacts in your area: 

  • High river levels and potential flooding in areas close to rivers and streams. 
  • Low lying caravan parks and camping grounds may be flooded.
  • Low lying areas next to water courses become inundated which may require the removal of stock and equipment
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 07/08/2022 03:00 pm or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:

Accessibility: 
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency. 
  • To access this information in other languages call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline. 
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.