SES Warning: Riverine Flood - Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town
TL;DR
for the Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town.
This
Minor Flood Warning
is being issued
for the Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town.
Minor flooding is occurring downstream of Charlton.
The Avoca River at Charlton (Downstream) is at 4.79m and steady, above the minor flood level (3.50m).
Minor flooding has eased at Quambatook.
The Avoca River at Quambatook is at 1.81m and steady, below the minor flood level (2.00m).
Renewed river level rises and minor flooding are possible at Quambatook early next week as upstream flows arrive.
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
29/08/2026 10:00 am
or as the situation changes.
Use multiple sources to stay informed:
www.emergency.vic.gov.au
VicEmergency Hotline
- freecall 1800 226 226
VicEmergency app
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or News24 TV.
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