Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge Yesterday at 10:48 AM
This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

Bandiana likely to peak around the minor flood level overnight Friday into Saturday.

Moderate rainfall across the Kiewa River catchment since Monday has caused significant river level rises along the Kiewa River. The river level at Kiewa River Channel peaked early Friday morning and further downstream along the Kiewa River, levels are elevated and further rises are expected.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:

Minor flooding is likely along the Kiewa River at Bandiana.

The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa peaked at 3.10 m around 03:30 am Friday, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 3.09 m and falling slowly. The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.30 m).

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.65 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River at Bandiana is likely to peak around the minor flood level (2.80 m) overnight Friday into Saturday as flows arrive from upstream.
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.
  • Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation.
  • Farmers should consider moving livestock and machinery to higher ground.
Impacts in your area: 
  • High river levels and potential flooding in areas close to rivers and streams.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 06/06/2026 12:00 pm or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:
Accessibility: 
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