| Type |
Status |
Location |
Last Updated |
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Watch and Act - Met
- Avoid the Flooded Area
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Moderate
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Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town
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1786683068000Yesterday at 2:51 PM
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This
Moderate Flood
Warning is being issued for
Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town.
Moderate flooding is occurring downstream of Charlton and minor flooding is occurring at Charlton Town.
The Avoca River at Charlton Town peaked at 6.39 m Thursday evening, with moderate flooding. The river is currently at 5.31 metres and falling, with minor flooding.
The Avoca River at Charlton Town may fall below the minor flood level (4.00 m) Saturday morning.
Stay safe - avoid the flooded area. Be
aware of potential hazards caused by flooding and never enter floodwater.
What you should do:- Floodwater is dangerous - never enter floodwater.
- Farmers should move livestock and machinery to higher ground.
If you choose to leave:- Remember
to take your pets, mobile phone, spare clothes and medications.
- Travel to the home of
family or friends who are in a safe location, away from flooding.
- Turn off gas and electricity at your home or
workplace.
- Be aware of any road
closures when you leave.
If you are travelling:- Do not
enter flooded areas. Turn around a find a safe alternative route.
- Be aware of road
hazards including mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges.
- Floodwater
is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
If you stay or if it is
unsafe to leave:- Make sure you have
enough food, drinking water, medications and pet food to survive for three to
five days in case you become isolated.
- Use plugs, sandbags or
household items to block toilets, sinks and drains to stop sewerage backflow.
- Lift it -
move valuables and vital household items up on high surfaces, such as on top of
tables, chairs, benches and beds.
Impacts in your area:- Downstream of Charlton, in the Glenloth, Bunguluke and Ninyeunook areas, floodwaters are expected to arrive later and may persist for several days as they move through the floodplain.
- Floodwater may spread across farmland and affect local roads.
- The Boort-Wycheproof Road crossing at the Avoca River may become flooded and unsafe to use.
- There is currently no impacts expected for the Quambatook township.
This message was issued
by
State Emergency Service.
The next update is
expected by 15/08/2026 01:00 pm or as the situation changes.
Use multiple sources to stay
informed:
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 the National Relay Service and ask them to call the
VicEmergency Hotline.