Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Avon-Richardson Rivers Yesterday at 4:28 PM
This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for Avon-Richardson Rivers.

  • Moderate rainfall totals have been observed across the Avon and Richardson catchments over the weekend, with river level rises now occurring along parts of the Richardson River. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Monday which may cause additional river level rises. With this forecast rainfall, minor flooding is possible at Donald Town from overnight Monday into Tuesday.
  • With forecast rainfall, the Richardson River at Donald Town may reach around the minor flood level (2.20m) from Monday afternoon. Higher levels are possible.
  • A Flood Watch is current for parts of Central, North West and South West Victoria, including the Wimmera and Avon-Richardson rivers. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy, locally intense rainfall, is current for parts of Victoria.
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
What you should do: 
  • Be prepared to act if your situation changes.
  • Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.
  • Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
  • Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
  • Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways. 
  • Monitor weather forecasts and river levels. Go to www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Impacts in your area: 
  • Areas around rivers and streams, including caravan parks and camping grounds, may become flooded if significant rainfall is received.
  • Minor flooding is possible along the Richardson River.The Richardson River at Donald Town is currently at 0.43 m and rising, below the minor flood level. With forecast rainfall, the Richardson River at Donald Town may reach around the minor flood level (2.20 m) from overnight Monday into Tuesday.
  • Victoria State Emergency Service and Buloke Shire Council are closely monitoring the situation and will advise if any further action is required by the community.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 03/03/2026 12:10 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 the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.