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This Flood Watch provides early advice of possible flooding within the specified catchments

Initial Flood Watch for Parts of North East Victoria

Issued at 1:11 pm AEST on Sunday 28 June 2026

Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF NORTH EAST VICTORIA FROM TUESDAY

Rainfall, with possible periods of moderate rain, is forecast to develop across the northeast ranges of Victoria from Monday and continue through to Friday.

This rainfall may result in minor to moderate flooding from Tuesday across parts of northeastern Victoria, including the Ovens, King, Broken and Severn River catchments. Renewed flooding is possible in the Kiewa River catchment, where a Flood Warning remains current.

Showers and rain are forecast to continue across northern Victoria throughout the week until Friday. Catchments at risk may be revised as rainfall forecasts are updated.

The situation is being closely monitored, and this Flood Watch will be updated daily.

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Kiewa

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:

• Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
• Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
• Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
• Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
• For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next Issue:

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEST on Monday 29 June 2026.