Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Victoria

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Murray River Upstream Of Lake Hume
Issued at 01:56 PM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BRINGENBRONG FRIDAY EVENING
Minor flooding is likely to develop along the Murray River around Bringenbrong from Friday evening.
In the 24 hours to 1:00 pm Friday, rainfall totals of up to 52 mm have been recorded across the Upper Murray River catchment. Rainfall totals of 10-15 mm with higher isolated totals are forecast for the remainder of Friday into Saturday morning.

Murray River to Biggara:
Minor flooding may develop along the Murray River to Biggara Friday evening.
Murray River Biggara to Bringenbrong:
Minor flooding is likely along the Murray River Biggara to Bringenbrong.
The Murray River at Bringenbrong is currently at 2.78 metres and rising.
The Murray River at Bringenbrong is likely to reach the minor flood level (3.00 m) Friday evening. Further rises possible with forecast rainfall.

Flood Safety Advice:
SES advises that all community members should:
Never walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
Never allow children to play in floodwater,
Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains during and after heavy rain,
Keep well clear of fallen power lines
Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-oFF INTO waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks, and heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.}
Current Emergency Information is available at http://emergency.vic.gov.au
For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
Current Road and Traffic Information is available at the VicRoads website: http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 pm EST on Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Murray River at Biggara,1.72,Steady,01:10 PM FRI 19/08/22
Murray River at Bringenbrong,2.78,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Mannus Creek at Yarramundi,1.42,Rising,01:15 PM FRI 19/08/22
Mannus Creek at Tooma,0.84,Steady,01:15 PM FRI 19/08/22
Tumbarumba Creek at Tumbarumba (No 2),1.11,Steady,01:15 PM FRI 19/08/22
Maragle Creek at Maragle,0.95,Steady,01:10 PM FRI 19/08/22
Tumbarumba Creek at Bakers,2.76,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Welumba Creek at the Square,0.81,Steady,01:15 PM FRI 19/08/22
Tooma River at Pinegrove,2.67,Rising,01:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Jingellic Creek at Jingellic,2.07,Steady,01:15 PM FRI 19/08/22

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Victoria

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The King River
Issued at 01:07 PM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING MAY DEVELOP AT DOCKER ROAD BRIDGE FRIDAY EVENING
Minor flooding may develop along the King River at Docker Road Bridge from Friday evening.
In the 24 hours to midday Friday, rainfall totals of up to 30 mm have been recorded in the King River catchment. Further rainfall totals of up to 10 mm are forecast for the reminder of Friday into Saturday.

King River:
Minor flooding is likely along the King River.
The King River at Docker Rd Bridge is currently at 3.32 metres and rising.
The King River at Docker Rd Bridge is likely to reach the minor flood level (3.70 m) Friday evening. The river level may peak near 3.85 metres Saturday morning.

Flood Safety Advice:
SES advises that all community members should:
Never walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
Never allow children to play in floodwater,
Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains during and after heavy rain,
Keep well clear of fallen power lines
Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks, and heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.}
Current Emergency Information is available at http://emergency.vic.gov.au
For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
Current Road and Traffic Information is available at the VicRoads website: http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 01:00 pm EST on Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Ovens River at Harrietville,2.05,Steady,12:33 PM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Bright,2.26,Steady,11:51 AM FRI 19/08/22
Buckland River at Upper Buckland (Twelve Mile),1.99,Falling,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Buckland River at Harris Lane,2.14,Steady,12:26 PM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Eurobin,3.49,Steady,11:11 AM FRI 19/08/22
Happy Valley Creek at Rosewhite,0.71,Steady,12:29 PM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Myrtleford,2.79,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Buffalo River at Abbeyard,1.74,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Rose River at Matong North,1.17,Steady,12:35 PM FRI 19/08/22
Dandongadale River at Matong North,1.42,Steady,11:42 AM FRI 19/08/22
Buffalo River D/S Rose River Junction,2.85,Steady,12:25 PM FRI 19/08/22
Buffalo River D/S Lake Buffalo,2.64,Steady,12:36 PM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Rocky Point,2.68,Steady,12:31 PM FRI 19/08/22
King River D/S Lake William Hovell,1.61,Rising,09:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
King River at Cheshunt,1.38,Steady,11:38 AM FRI 19/08/22
King River at Edi,1.67,Rising,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Boggy Creek at Angleside,1.01,Steady,11:50 AM FRI 19/08/22
King River at Docker Rd Bridge,3.32,Rising,12:30 PM FRI 19/08/22
Hurdle Creek at Bobinawarrah,0.97,Steady,12:21 PM FRI 19/08/22
Fifteen Mile Creek at Greta South,1.63,Steady,12:32 PM FRI 19/08/22
Fifteen Mile Creek at Glenrowan,1.03,Steady,11:52 AM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Wangaratta,11.24,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22
Ovens River at Peechelba East,130.02,Steady,12:00 PM FRI 19/08/22

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Victoria

Minor Flood Warning For The Kiewa River
Issued at 11:44 AM EST on Friday 19 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 17

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BANDIANA
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT KIEWA SATURDAY
Minor flooding is expected to continue along the Kiewa River at Bandiana during Friday and Saturday. Renewed river level rises are occurring and minor flooding is possible along the Kiewa River at Main Channel.
In the 24 hours to 11 am Friday rainfall totals of 15-30 mm have been recorded across the Kiewa River catchment. Rainfall totals of 10-20 mm are forecast for Friday into Saturday.

Kiewa River to Mongans Bridge:
Minor flooding is likely to develop at Kiewa River to Mongans Bridge Friday afternoon.
Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.
The Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream) is currently at 2.96 metres and rising.
The Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream) may reach the minor flood level (3.30 m) Saturday morning.

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.92 metres and steady, with minor flooding.
The Kiewa River at Bandiana is expected to remain above the minor flood level (2.80 m) overnight Friday into Saturday.

Flood Safety Advice:
SES advises that all community members should:
Never walk, ride or drive through floodwater
Never allow children to play in floodwater
Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains during and after heavy rain
Keep well clear of fallen power lines
Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks, and heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.}
Current Emergency Information is available at http://emergency.vic.gov.au
For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500.
Current Road and Traffic Information is available at the VicRoads website: http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:00 pm EST on Saturday 20 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Kiewa River at Mongans Bridge,2.28,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Kiewa River at Kiewa (Main Stream),2.96,Rising,11:13 AM FRI 19/08/22
Kiewa River at Kiewa (Anabranch),0.73,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Yackandandah Creek at Osbornes Flat,1.40,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22
Kiewa River at Bandiana,2.92,Steady,11:00 AM FRI 19/08/22

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts.