Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor King River Today at 10:49 AM
This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the King River.

Minor flooding occurring at Docker Road bridge and possible at Wangaratta overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

Rainfall across the Ovens and King River catchments since Saturday afternoon has resulted in renewed river level rises across the catchments. Minor flooding peaked along the King River at Docker Road Bridge Tuesday evening. Combined flows from the Ovens and King rivers may cause a minor flood peak at Wangaratta overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

King River:

Minor flooding is occurring along the King River at Docker Road Bridge. The King River at Docker Rd Bridge peaked at 3.81 m around 09:45 pm Tuesday, with minor flooding. The river is currently at 3.79 m and steady, with minor flooding. The King River at Docker Rd Bridge may fall below the minor flood level (3.70 m) from Wednesday evening.
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. 
  • Farmers should consider moving livestock and machinery to higher ground.
  • Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation.
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 16/07/2026 12:00 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 the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.