Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town Today at 10:58 AM
This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town.

  • Minor flooding is occurring at Charlton Downstream and has eased at Quambatook, with renewed minor flooding possible.
  • The Avoca River at Quambatook is currently at 1.65 m and steady, below the minor flood level. 
  • The Avoca River at Quambatook is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.00 m) during the weekend.
  • Renewed river level rises to near the minor flood level are possible early next week as upstream flows arrive.
  • This is an update, replacing the Advice message issued at 12:59pm on Friday 28 August.
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
What you should do: 
  • Be prepared to act if your situation changes.
  • Drivers must be alert to water over roads, especially overnight when visibility is poor.
  • Do not enter flooded areas. Turn around and find a safe alternative route.
  • Never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
  • Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Some local roads are closed or have speed restrictions. Drivers must follow diversions. For more information on road closures visit the VicTraffic website.
  • Flooding of farmland downstream of Glenloth around Bunguluke and Ninyeunook, and inundation of local roads such as Jeruk River Road North and Ninyeunook Road.
  • Floodwaters may persist for several days as they move through the floodplain.
  • 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 30/08/2026 11:00 am 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.