Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Met - Move to Higher Ground Moderate Mt Emu Creek to Skipton 05/11/2026
This Moderate Flood Warning is being issued for Mt Emu Creek to Skipton.
  • Moderate flooding may occur along the Mt Emu Creek to Skipton tonight.
  • The Mt Emu Creek is currently at 2.9m and rising.
  • The Mt Emu Creek at Skipton is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) this afternoon.
  • The river level may exceed the moderate flood level (4.90 m) tonight
  • Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Act now - take actions immediately to protect your life and property and move to higher ground.
What you should do:

  • Floodwater is dangerous - never enter floodwater. 
  • Decide if you will evacuate if it becomes necessary.
  • If you are camping close to a creek or river, you may be at risk of flooding and need to move to higher ground, away from waterways.
  • Be prepared to move household items to higher ground, on top of tables, chairs, benches and beds. 
  • Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation.
  • Farmers should move livestock and machinery to higher ground.
  • Monitor weather forecasts and river levels online by visiting www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings.
  • Follow your emergency plan and locate your emergency kit, if you have one.

If you choose to leave:
  • Remember to take your pets, mobile phone, spare clothes and medications.
  • Travel to the home of family or friends who are in a safe location, away from flooding.
  • Turn off gas and electricity at your home or workplace.
  • Be aware of any road closures when you leave.
If you are travelling:
  • Do not enter flooded areas. Turn around a find a safe alternative route.
  • Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges.
  • Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
If you stay or if it is unsafe to leave:
  • Make sure you have enough food, drinking water, medications and pet food to survive for three to five days in case you become isolated.
  • Use plugs, sandbags or household items to block toilets, sinks and drains to stop sewerage backflow. 
  • Lift it - move valuables and vital household items up on high surfaces, such as on top of tables, chairs, benches and beds.
You should stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings. 
Impacts in your area: 
  • Flooding above floor level of a single-story home is possible to occur in some locations.
At this flood level
  • One property is likely to be impacted by floodwater.
  • Wright Street and Smythe Street may be impacted by floodwater.
  • Access may be blocked at the Smythe Street bridge
  • Stewart Park will fill with water.
  • This flood may be similar to the flood that occurred in 2010.
Check the VicTraffic website (traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au) for road closures and follow instructions from emergency services.

  • Boating in floodwaters is dangerous due to debris, submerged trees and other hidden dangers.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 07:30PM EDT on 5 November 2026 or as the situation changes.

Monitor weather forecasts and river levels online by visiting www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings.

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.