Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Met - Stay Informed Minor Puckapunyal Last Monday at 1:44 PM
This Flood Watch is being issued for Campaspe River. 
  • Moderate to major flooding is possible in the Campaspe River catchment from Sunday afternoon.  
  •  A low pressure system over northwestern Victoria is likely to strengthen over the weekend and move slowly into the Tasman Sea on Tuesday.    
  •  Catchments are moderately wet with recent rain. 
  •    Rainfall totals of up to 50mm are forecast on Sunday with similar totals on Monday.   With forecast rainfall, river rises are expected. 
  •  Moderate to major flooding is possible in the Campaspe Rive catchment from Sunday.   
  •  Catchments likely to be affected include: Campaspe River.       
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
What you should do:
  • Decide what you and your family will do if flooding impacts you. Information on how to prepare go to www.ses.vic.gov.au/get-ready/floodsafe.
  • Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.
  •  Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater. 
  • Monitor weather forecasts and river levels online by visiting www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings.
  •  Review your emergency plan and check your emergency kit is fully stocked, if you have one.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Areas around rivers and streams may be flooded.
  • Caravan parks and camping grounds may be flooded.
  • For more information on road closures check the VicTraffic website www.traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au.
  • Local roads may be closed and low bridges may be underwater.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 9.30am 13 May 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 National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.
  •  Monitor weather forecasts and river levels online by visiting www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings.