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Advisory
Riverine Flood
Flood Warning for Ovens River Bright to Rocky Point and Ovens River at Rocky Point
BoM did not classify the severity of this warning. We display it as Advisory (amber) so the risk isn't visually understated. Read the warning text carefully for actual conditions.
Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens and King Rivers
From 10:40am Sun 6 Sep to 1:40pm Mon 7 Sep
MINOR FLOODING IS ESTIMATED TO BE OCCURRING ALONG THE KING RIVER AT DOCKER ROAD BRIDGE
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE OVENS RIVER WANGARATTA FROM OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Rainfall since Friday evening has resulted in river level rises in the Ovens and King River catchments. Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring at Docker Road Bridge and may develop around Wangaratta from overnight Sunday into Monday.
No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.
- Flooding is no longer expected along the Ovens River from Bright to Rocky Point.: Ovens River Bright to Rocky Point, Ovens River at Rocky Point
- Minor flooding is estimated to be occurring along the King River.: King River, King River at Docker Rd Bridge
- Minor flooding is possible along the Ovens River around Wangaratta.: Ovens River downstream of Rocky Point, Ovens River at Wangaratta
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.
Forecast for places in this area
Per-town WX forecast pages for locations within the affected AAC area(s). For the official warning text, always refer back to BoM (above).
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