Type Status Location Last Updated
Warning - Geo Moderate Gapsted 10/04/2025
This Warning message is being issued for a landslide in the Gapsted, Great Alpine Road and Snow Road area.
Emergency services are in the local area due to landslide activity to assist with traffic management.
Patrolled roadblocks are in place on the Great Alpine Road from Wangaratta on the west side of the landslide as well as on the east side near Myrtleford.
Traffic on the Snow Road cannot pass the Ovens River Bridge.
Stay informed - monitor emergency warnings and local conditions, and remain alert.
Take alternative routes to or from Myrtleford and Bright if travelling in the area.
What you should do: 
  • Stay away from the landslide - the slope may experience additional failures for hours to days afterwards.
  • Plan your trip in advance - travel will take longer due to closed roads and poor driving conditions.
  • Listen to emergency broadcasters: ABC Local Radio, commercial radio and designated community radio stations, or SKY NEWS Television.
Impacts in your area: 
  • The Great Alpine Road is closed between Myrtleford and Everton.  
  • Snow Road is closed at the Whorouly turn off to through traffic.
  • Residents will need rate notices to gain access to properties inside these roadblocks.
  • The rail trail is closed.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 11/04/2025 08:20 pm or as the situation changes.

Emergency contacts:
  • For life threatening emergencies call Triple Zero (000).
  • For non-life threatening emergencies call SES on 132 500.
Stay informed:
  • Via www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
  • Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
  • Call the VicEmergency Hotline to talk to someone about this warning on freecall 1800 226 226.
  • People who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have a speech/communication impairment can contact VicEmergency Hotline via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.
  • For help with English, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to telephone VicEmergency Hotline. If you know someone who cannot speak English, provide them with this number.
  • Download the VicEmergency app or follow VicEmergency on Twitter or Facebook.