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Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 5:16 pm
by Lily
Updated Vicroads Alert, 5.08pm: http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts

VicRoads NEW Road Closures - Regional Victoria

Friday 15 October
5.08pm

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Benalla Yarranwonga Road - Between Lake Rowan and Tungamah. Diversion at St James Road and Tungamah Road.


VicRoads is working with emergency services and local councils to ensure roads are safe before re-opening. Damage to roads and fallen debris and trees mean that while some roads are open, drivers need to remain cautious and reduce their speed accordingly. Drivers need to take extra care on rural roads at night as visibility can be poor and water can be difficult to see.

Always check local conditions on the VicRoads website prior to leaving home.



VicRoads Road Closure Update


VicRoads advises that the roads listed below remain closed due to recent flooding, debris and/or trees on the road.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Greater Shepparton - local roads closed
Goodard Road at Undera
McFarlane Road
Raftery Road, Kialla
Rathbone Road, Undera
Watt Road, Kialla (in forest near railway centre)
Watt Road timber bridge has been closed to pedestrian access for safety reasons


Kiewa Valley Highway - closed near Dederang Gap (38.4km mark) due to flood damage to the road surface. Detour via Yackandandah until further notice.

Mansfield-Woods Point Road - OPEN - 13 tonne load limit on Morning Star Creek Bridge in Woods Point.


Moira Shire - local roads closed
Purdies Road, near Barmah-Shepparton Road
Wilsons Road, Yalca from Murray Valley Highway to Morris Road
Yambuna Bridge, Yambuna


Wangaratta Shire - local roads closed
Gentle Annie Lane - near Edi Cheshunt and Whitfield
Pratts Lane - closed at Pratt's Bridge (off Black Range Creek Road)



WESTERN REGION


Central Goldfields Shire Council - local roads closed
Mount Cameron-Cotswold Road at Fawcetts Crossing (culvert washed out)
Rodborough Road from Clarkes Road to Strathlea Road

Hepburn Shire Council - local roads closed
Lawrence-Glengower Road

Hindmarsh Shire Council - local roads closed
Maringa Road closed
Spears Crossing closed west of Dimboola-Rainbow Road due to flooding of the Wimmera River
Wundersitz Crossing closed west of the Wimmera River at River Road and east of the river at Five Chain Road

Moorabool Shire Council - local roads closed
Triggs Road

Pyrenees Shire Council - local roads closed
Glenpatrick Road (bridge washed out)
Elmhurst-Glenpatrick Road (bridge damage)


SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Corangamite Shire - local roads closed
Buruppa Road (5km north of Great Ocean Road)
Crescent Road (east of Morton Road)
Moorehouse Bridge Road
Smokey Point Road near Port Campbell


Moyne Shire - local roads closed
Karongah Road (a back road) major culvert washed out

Please note - other roads across Victoria may be affected but remain open to traffic. Drivers should take extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel on those roads.

If would like to enquire about a road not listed on this page, you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 5:22 pm
by Lily
And another update from Vicroads, landslip on Great Ocean road http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 6:44 pm
by Lily
New Vicroads update http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts


VicRoads NEW Road Closures - Regional Victoria

Friday 15 October
6.05pm

Severe weather is causing damage and flooding on roads in various regions across Victoria.

This will page will be updated with latest road information. Conditions may change very quickly, so if you need to travel on roads you think may be affected you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 for latest updates.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Benalla Yarrawonga Road - closed between Lake Rowan and Tungamah. Diversion at St James Road and Tungamah Road.

The following roads remain open to traffic but minor flooding means water may be over the road. Drivers should be very careful driving on these roads and only drive on them if necessary.

Bendigo-Maldon Road near Fogarty's Gap Road
Bendigo-Tennyson Road at 5.0km and 6.15km
Bridgewater-Maldon Road near Bendigo-Maldon Road
Calder Highway near Edwards Road - Maiden Gully
Loddon Valley Highway near Allies Road - Myers Flat
Loddon Valley Highway at Campbells Forest
Maldon-Newstead Road near Welshmans Reef Road
Mount Macedon Road between Crombie and McBean Avenue

SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Great Ocean Road - closed between Lorne and Wye River due to a landslip.

NEW SOUTH WALES

VicRoads has been advised that flooding is also affecting many roads in south-west NSW. Drivers heading north/south between the two states should consider delaying their journey. For more information go to http://www.livetrafficnsw.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Hume Highway - is closed southbound at Tarcutta and northbound at Holbrook.
Alternative routes between Sydney and Melbourne are the Princes Highway and Monaro Highway.

Olympic Highway is closed between the Hume Highway and Wagga Wagga.
Snowy Mountains Highway is closed at Adelong in both directions
Sturt Highway is closed between Wagga Wagga and Narrandera.

The NSW RTA also advise that there is a major flood warning current for the Upper Murray, upstream at Lake Hume that could affect all road access to Victoria.


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VicRoads advises that the roads listed below remain closed as a result of September's floods.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Greater Shepparton - local roads closed
Goodard Road at Undera
McFarlane Road
Raftery Road, Kialla
Rathbone Road, Undera
Watt Road, Kialla (in forest near railway centre)
Watt Road timber bridge has been closed to pedestrian access for safety reasons


Kiewa Valley Highway - closed near Dederang Gap (38.4km mark) due to flood damage to the road surface. Detour via Yackandandah until further notice.

Mansfield-Woods Point Road - OPEN - 13 tonne load limit on Morning Star Creek Bridge in Woods Point.


Moira Shire - local roads closed
Purdies Road, near Barmah-Shepparton Road
Wilsons Road, Yalca from Murray Valley Highway to Morris Road
Yambuna Bridge, Yambuna


Wangaratta Shire - local roads closed
Gentle Annie Lane - near Edi Cheshunt and Whitfield
Pratts Lane - closed at Pratt's Bridge (off Black Range Creek Road)



WESTERN REGION


Central Goldfields Shire Council - local roads closed
Mount Cameron-Cotswold Road at Fawcetts Crossing (culvert washed out)
Rodborough Road from Clarkes Road to Strathlea Road

Hepburn Shire Council - local roads closed
Lawrence-Glengower Road

Hindmarsh Shire Council - local roads closed
Maringa Road closed
Spears Crossing closed west of Dimboola-Rainbow Road due to flooding of the Wimmera River
Wundersitz Crossing closed west of the Wimmera River at River Road and east of the river at Five Chain Road

Moorabool Shire Council - local roads closed
Triggs Road

Pyrenees Shire Council - local roads closed
Glenpatrick Road (bridge washed out)
Elmhurst-Glenpatrick Road (bridge damage)


SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Corangamite Shire - local roads closed
Buruppa Road (5km north of Great Ocean Road)
Crescent Road (east of Morton Road)
Moorehouse Bridge Road
Smokey Point Road near Port Campbell


Moyne Shire - local roads closed
Karongah Road (a back road) major culvert washed out

Please note - other roads across Victoria may be affected but remain open to traffic. Drivers should take extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel on those roads.

If would like to enquire about a road not listed on this page, you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 9:21 pm
by Karl Lijnders
IDV36610
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Moderate Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Moderate Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek
Issued at 8:36 pm EDT on Friday 15 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9 am Friday widespread rainfall totals ranging from 20 to 30
mm have been recorded in the Mitta Mitta catchment. Rainfall totals of up to 69
mm have been recorded since 9 AM Friday.

For the remainder of Friday rain, easing to scattered showers falling as snow
above 700 metres late this evening. Further rainfall totals of 10 to 20 mm
possible.

Rainfall to date has caused stream rises and minor flooding in the Mitta Mitta
catchment and major flooding along the Tallangatta Creek. In the Mitta Mitta
significant stream rises are expected to continue with major flooding
developing early Saturday.

Mitta Mitta upstream of Dartmouth
The Mitta Mitta River at Hinnomunjie is steady at 1.97 metres (Minor Flood
Level 1.8 metres. With the forecast rainfall the river is expected begin
rising again and peak near the Moderate Flood Level (2.5 metres) early Saturday
morning.

The Big River at Joker Ck is currently at 2.36 metres and rising. The river is
expected to peak near the Minor Flood Level (2.8 metres) overnight Friday into
Saturday.

Tallandoon
The Mitta Mitta River at Tallandoon is currently at 2.60 metres and rising. The
river is expected to approach the Minor Flood Level (4.2 metres) overnight
Friday into Saturday. A forecast peak for Tallandoon will be provided once
upstream gauges have peaked.

Tallangatta Creek
Tallangatta Creek at McCallums peaked around 2.68 metres (Major Flood Level 2.3
metres) during Friday afternoon. The river is expected to fall below the
moderate flood level (2.00 metres) early Saturday morning. Moderate to Minor
flooding is expected to continue along the Tallangatta Creek around and
downstream of McCallums for the remainder of Friday into Saturday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 9:30 AM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Big R. at Joker Creek 2.36m rising 05:45 PM FRI 15/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Hinnomunjie 1.97m steady 07:15 PM FRI 15/10/10
Gibbo R. at Gibbo Park 1.02m rising 11:45 AM FRI 15/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Colemans 0.88m steady 07:00 PM FRI 15/10/10
Snowy Ck. at Granite Flat 1.8m steady 07:15 PM FRI 15/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Tallandoon 2.6m rising 07:15 PM FRI 15/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 2.08m falling 07:15 PM FRI 15/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 11:43 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Flood Summary

Issued at 9:14 pm EDT on Friday 15 October 2010.

The following Watches/Warnings are current:

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume

Moderate Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Minor Flood Warning for the Campaspe River

Minor Flood Warning for the Seven and Castle Creeks


Flood Watch For Greater Melbourne Catchments (Werribee, Maribyrnong, Yarra,
Dandenong And Bunyip)

FLOOD WATCH FOR THE CAMPASPE, LODDON, AVOCA AND WIMMERA BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR THE GOULBURN AND BROKEN BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR WEST AND SOUTH GIPPSLAND (LATROBE, THOMSON, MACALISTER AND AVON
CATCHMENTS and SOUTH GIPPSLAND BASIN)
FLOOD WATCH FOR NORTH EAST VICTORIA (UPPER MURRAY, MITTA MITTA, KIEWA,
OVENS AND KING CATCHMENTS)
Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Minor Flood Warning for the King River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buffalo River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buckland River



Moderate Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Moderate Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 11:44 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

This flood warning covers both the Victorian and New South Wales
parts of the Murray River catchment upstream of Lake Hume.

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Issued at 8:05 pm EDT on Friday 15 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Rainfall totals of up to 69 mm have been recorded since 9 AM Friday over the
Upper Murray catchment.

For the remainder of Friday rain, easing to scattered showers and falling as
snow above 700 metres. For the period up to 9am Saturday further rainfall
totals of 10 to 20 mm are expected.

Rainfall to date has caused stream rises and moderate flooding in the Murray
River catchment upstream of Lake Hume. Increase in water levels will continue
with areas of major flooding expected to develop late Friday into Saturday.

Upstream of Jingellic
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Storage are currently at 413
m3/s (Minor Flood Level 113m3/s) and with continued rainfall in the catchment
above Khancoban a further increase in releases is possible overnight.

The Murray river at Biggara is currently around 2.75 metres (Moderate Flood
Level 2.6 metres) and rising. The river is expected to exceed the Major Flood
Level (3.0 metres) around midnight Friday.

The Murray River at Bringenbrong is currently at 3.45 metres (Moderate Flood
Level 3.4 metres) and rising.

Jingellic
The Murray River at Jingellic is currently at 6.07 metres (Moderate Flood Level
5.5 metres) and is expected to approach the Major Flood Level (7.0 metres)
early Saturday morning. A forecast of the peak will be provided once upstream
gauges have peaked.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 9:00 AM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Biggara 2.75m rising 06:00 PM FRI 15/10/10
Murray R. at Bringenbrong 3.45m rising 07:38 PM FRI 15/10/10
Corryong Ck. at Towong 2.63m rising 05:45 PM FRI 15/10/10
Tooma R. at Pinegrove 3.32m rising 07:00 PM FRI 15/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Berringama 3.76m falling 05:45 PM FRI 15/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Cudgewa North 1.74m rising 11:45 AM FRI 15/10/10
Murray R. at Jingellic 6.07m steady 05:45 PM FRI 15/10/10
Jingellic Ck at Jingellic 4.55m falling 07:00 PM FRI 15/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 2.08m falling 07:15 PM FRI 15/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2010 11:45 pm
by Lily
From Vicroads http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

VicRoads NEW Road Closures - Regional Victoria

Friday 15 October
11.00pm

This site will again be updated at 6.15am, Saturday 16 October.

Road conditions may change overnight and all unnecessary travel in areas affected by storms and flooding should be avoided.

If you need to travel on the roads you can check road conditions by calling the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70.

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Severe weather is causing damage and flooding on roads in various regions across Victoria.

This will page will be updated with latest road information. Conditions may change very quickly, so if you need to travel on roads you think may be affected you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 for latest updates.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Benalla Yarrawonga Road - closed between Lake Rowan and Tungamah. Diversion at St James Road and Tungamah Road.

The following roads remain open to traffic but minor flooding means water may be over the road. Drivers should be very careful driving on these roads and only drive on them if necessary.

Bendigo-Maldon Road near Fogarty's Gap Road
Bendigo-Tennyson Road at 5.0km and 6.15km
Bridgewater-Maldon Road near Bendigo-Maldon Road
Calder Highway near Edwards Road - Maiden Gully
Loddon Valley Highway near Allies Road - Myers Flat
Loddon Valley Highway at Campbells Forest
Maldon-Newstead Road near Welshmans Reef Road
Mount Macedon Road between Crombie and McBean Avenue
Murray Valley Highway at Colac Colac (road open but drivers are asked to be extremely cautious and obey the signage)

SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Great Ocean Road - NOW OPEN following an earlier landslip south of Lorne.

NEW SOUTH WALES

VicRoads has been advised that flooding is also affecting many roads in south-west NSW. Drivers heading north/south between the two states should consider delaying their journey. For more information go to http://www.livetrafficnsw.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Hume Highway - is closed southbound at Tarcutta and northbound at Holbrook.
Alternative routes between Sydney and Melbourne are the Princes Highway and Monaro Highway.

Olympic Highway is closed between the Hume Highway and Wagga Wagga.
Snowy Mountains Highway is closed at Adelong in both directions
Sturt Highway is closed between Wagga Wagga and Narrandera.

The NSW RTA also advise that there is a major flood warning current for the Upper Murray, upstream at Lake Hume that could affect all road access to Victoria.


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VicRoads advises that the roads listed below remain closed as a result of September's floods.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Greater Shepparton - local roads closed
Goodard Road at Undera
McFarlane Road
Raftery Road, Kialla
Rathbone Road, Undera
Watt Road, Kialla (in forest near railway centre)
Watt Road timber bridge has been closed to pedestrian access for safety reasons


Kiewa Valley Highway - closed near Dederang Gap (38.4km mark) due to flood damage to the road surface. Detour via Yackandandah until further notice.

Mansfield-Woods Point Road - OPEN - 13 tonne load limit on Morning Star Creek Bridge in Woods Point.


Moira Shire - local roads closed
Purdies Road, near Barmah-Shepparton Road
Wilsons Road, Yalca from Murray Valley Highway to Morris Road
Yambuna Bridge, Yambuna


Wangaratta Shire - local roads closed
Gentle Annie Lane - near Edi Cheshunt and Whitfield
Pratts Lane - closed at Pratt's Bridge (off Black Range Creek Road)



WESTERN REGION


Central Goldfields Shire Council - local roads closed
Mount Cameron-Cotswold Road at Fawcetts Crossing (culvert washed out)
Rodborough Road from Clarkes Road to Strathlea Road

Hepburn Shire Council - local roads closed
Lawrence-Glengower Road

Hindmarsh Shire Council - local roads closed
Maringa Road closed
Spears Crossing closed west of Dimboola-Rainbow Road due to flooding of the Wimmera River
Wundersitz Crossing closed west of the Wimmera River at River Road and east of the river at Five Chain Road

Moorabool Shire Council - local roads closed
Triggs Road

Pyrenees Shire Council - local roads closed
Glenpatrick Road (bridge washed out)
Elmhurst-Glenpatrick Road (bridge damage)


SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Corangamite Shire - local roads closed
Buruppa Road (5km north of Great Ocean Road)
Crescent Road (east of Morton Road)
Moorehouse Bridge Road
Smokey Point Road near Port Campbell


Moyne Shire - local roads closed
Karongah Road (a back road) major culvert washed out

Please note - other roads across Victoria may be affected but remain open to traffic. Drivers should take extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel on those roads.

If would like to enquire about a road not listed on this page, you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 8:07 am
by Lily
Vicroads Update: http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 9:05 am
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Minor Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek
Issued at 8:59 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9 am Friday widespread rainfall totals of up to 88 mm have been recorded
in the Mitta Mitta catchment. For Saturday isolated showers falling as snow
above 500 metres are expected this morning and afternoon. No significant
rainfall is expected during Saturday.

Rainfall to date has caused flooding in the Mitta Mitta catchment and along the
Tallangatta Creek. The Mitta Mitta river and Tallangatta Creek have both peaked
and are currently falling with Minor Flooding expected to continue during
Saturday.

Mitta Mitta upstream of Dartmouth
The Mitta Mitta River at Hinnomunjie fell below Minor Flood Level (1.8 metres)
Saturday morning. The river is currently at 1.79 metres and falling.

The Big River at Joker Ck peaked below the Minor Flood Level (2.8 metres) and
is currently falling.

Tallandoon
The Mitta Mitta River at Tallandoon peaked below the Minor Flood Level (4.2
metres) and is currently falling.

Tallangatta Creek
Tallangatta Creek at McCallums peaked around 2.68 metres (Major Flood Level 2.3
metres) during Friday afternoon. The river fell below Moderate Flood Level (2.0
metres) early Saturday morning and is continuing to fall. Minor flooding is
expected to continue along the Tallangatta Creek around and downstream of
McCallums during Saturday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 3:00 PM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Big R. at Joker Creek 1.94m falling 08:44 AM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Hinnomunjie 1.79m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Gibbo R. at Gibbo Park 2.03m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Colemans 0.89m steady 08:41 AM SAT 16/10/10
Snowy Ck. at Granite Flat 1.61m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Tallandoon 2.65m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.74m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10









Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

This flood warning covers both the Victorian and New South Wales
parts of the Murray River catchment upstream of Lake Hume.

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Issued at 9:01 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Rainfall has eased in the Upper Murray catchment, with rainfall totals since
midnight Friday generally less than 10mm.

Isolated showers with rainfall totals less than 10mm are expected during
Saturday.

River levels in the upper parts of the catchment have peaked, however major
flooding is expected around and downstream of Jingellic during Saturday.

Upstream of Jingellic
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Storage are currently at 165
m3/s (Minor Flood Level 113 m3/s), and are likely to remain above minor flood
level during Saturday.

The Murray river at Biggara peaked at 3.1 metres (Major Flood Level 3.0 metres)
around 3am Saturday, and is now below the minor flood level and falling.

The Murray River at Bringenbrong is currently at 3.51 metres (Moderate Flood
Level 3.4 metres) and falling.

Jingellic
The Murray River at Jingellic had an initial peak of 6.07 metres (Moderate
Flood Level 5.5 metres) around 6pm Friday due to local runoff. The river is now
at 5.43 metres and rising, and is expected to exceed the Major Flood Level (7.0
metres) Saturday afternoon, with a peak around 7.30 metres expected overnight
Saturday.

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 1PM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Biggara 2.99m steady 08:00 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Bringenbrong 3.51m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Corryong Ck. at Towong 3.44m steady 05:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Tooma R. at Pinegrove 3.57m steady 08:00 AM SAT 16/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Berringama 2.86m falling 02:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Cudgewa North NA
Murray R. at Jingellic 5.43m rising 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Jingellic Ck at Jingellic 2.67m falling 08:00 AM SAT 16/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.82m falling 05:45 AM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 10:03 am
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Flood Summary

Issued at 9:46 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010.

The following Watches/Warnings are current:

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Moderate Flood Warning for the Kiewa RiverMinor Flood Warning for the Campaspe
River
Minor Flood Warning for the Seven and Castle Creeks
Minor Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Minor Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens
River
Minor Flood Warning for the King River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buffalo River
Minor Flood Warning for the Buckland River
Flood Watch For Greater Melbourne Catchments (Werribee, Maribyrnong, Yarra,
Dandenong And Bunyip)
FLOOD WATCH FOR THE CAMPASPE, LODDON, AVOCA AND WIMMERA BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR THE GOULBURN AND BROKEN BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR WEST AND SOUTH GIPPSLAND (LATROBE, THOMSON, MACALISTER AND AVON
CATCHMENTS and SOUTH GIPPSLAND BASIN)
FLOOD WATCH FOR NORTH EAST VICTORIA (UPPER MURRAY, MITTA MITTA, KIEWA, OVENS
AND KING CATCHMENTS)

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 10:05 am
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Minor Flood Warning for the King River
Final Flood Warning for the Buffalo River
Final Flood Warning for the Buckland River
Issued at 9:52 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Rainfall has eased in the Ovens River catchment, with rainfall totals since
midnight Friday generally less than 5mm.

Isolated showers with rainfall totals less than 10mm are expected during
Saturday.

River levels have peaked in upper parts of the catchment, however stream rises
and areas of minor flooding are expected in the lower King and Ovens Rivers
during Saturday.

Ovens River upstream of Bright

The Ovens River at Bright peaked below the Minor Flood Level (3.0 metres)
overnight Friday.

Buckland River
The Buckland River at Harris Lane peaked below the Minor Flood Level (2.8
metres) overnight Friday.

Myrtleford
The Ovens River at Eurobin peaked below the Minor Flood Level (4.5 metres)
overnight Friday.

Buffalo River
The Buffalo River at the D/S Lake Buffalo site is currently peaking around 2.5
metres (Minor Flood Level 3.0 metres).

Rocky Point
The Ovens River at Rocky Point peaked below the Minor Flood Level (3.2 metres)
early Saturday morning.

Upper King River
The King River at Cheshunt is below the Minor Flood Level (1.8 metres).

Docker Road
The King River at Docker Road has exceeded the Minor Flood Level (3.7 metres)
and is continuing to rise. A peak below the moderate flood level (3.95 metres)
is expected during Saturday.

Wangaratta
The Ovens River at Wangaratta is currently at 11.2 metres and rising slowly. A
peak around the minor flood level (11.9 metres), is expected during Sunday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 3.00 PM 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Ovens R. at Bright 2.09m steady 08:41 AM SAT 16/10/10
Buckland R. at Upper Buckland 1.66m steady 08:15 AM SAT 16/10/10
Buckland R. at Harris Lane 2.24m rising 08:42 AM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens River at Eurobin 3.46m steady 07:34 AM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Myrtleford 2.72m steady 05:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. at Abbeyard 1.52m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. D/S Lake Buffalo 2.5m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. D/S Lake Buffalo 2.5m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Rocky Point 2.72m steady 08:48 AM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Cheshunt 1.16m steady 09:02 AM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Edi 1.48m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Boggy Ck. at Angleside 0.98m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Docker Rd Bridge 3.71m rising 08:58 AM SAT 16/10/10
Hurdle Ck. at Bobinawarrah 1.86m falling 09:02 AM SAT 16/10/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Greta South 1.53m steady 08:53 AM SAT 16/10/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Glenrowan 1.15m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Wangaratta 11.18m rising 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10





Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Campaspe River
Issued at 9:46 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9am Saturday rainfall totals of up to 17 mm have been
recorded in the Campaspe River catchment. No significant rainfall is expected
for the remainder of Saturday. Minor flooding is currently occurring and
expected to continue throughout Saturday.

Upstream of Eppalock
The Campaspe River at Redesdale peaked at 2.52 metres (Minor Flood Level 2.0
metres) on Friday afternoon. The river is expected to fall below the Minor
Flood Level during Sunday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 10:00 AM Sunday 17 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Campaspe R. at Redesdale 2.15m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Campaspe R. D/S L. Eppalock 152.79m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Axe Ck. at Strathfieldsaye 1.73m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Campaspe R. at Barnadown 1.69m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Mt Pleasant Ck. at Runnymede 1.13m steady 08:43 AM SAT 16/10/10
Campaspe R. at Rochester T. 107.51m rising slowly 09:00 AM SAT 16/10/10
Campaspe R. at Rochester Syp. 1.89m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Echuca Wharf 87.14m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 10:50 am
by Lily
VicRoads NEW Road Closures - Regional Victoria

Saturday 16 October
10.48am



Severe weather is causing damage and flooding on roads in various regions across Victoria.
This will page will be updated with latest road information. Conditions may change very quickly, so if you need to travel on roads you think may be
affected and the road is not listed on this site, you can call the
VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 for latest updates.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Benalla Yarrawonga Road - closed between Lake Rowan and Tungamah. Diversion at St James Road and Tungamah Road.

Murray River Road - closed at Cudgewa Creek, Tintaldra through to Walwa due to flooding.

Murray Valley Highway (Alpine Way) - closed at Bringenbrong due to water over the road.

The following roads remain open to traffic but minor flooding means water may be over the road. Drivers should be very careful driving on these roads and only drive on them if necessary.

Bendigo-Maldon Road near Fogarty's Gap Road
Bendigo-Tennyson Road at 5.0km and 6.15km
Bridgewater-Maldon Road near Bendigo-Maldon Road
Calder Highway near Edwards Road - Maiden Gully
Loddon Valley Highway near Allies Road - Myers Flat
Loddon Valley Highway at Campbells Forest
Maldon-Newstead Road near Welshmans Reef Road
Mount Macedon Road between Crombie and McBean Avenue
Murray Valley Highway at Colac Colac (road open but drivers are asked to be extremely cautious and obey the signage)

SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Great Ocean Road - NOW OPEN following yesterday's landslip south of Lorne.

NEW SOUTH WALES

VicRoads has been advised that flooding is also affecting many roads in south-west NSW. Drivers heading north/south between the two states should consider delaying their journey. For more information go to http://www.livetrafficnsw.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Hume Highway - is closed southbound at Tarcutta and northbound at Holbrook.
Alternative routes between Sydney and Melbourne are the Princes Highway and Monaro Highway.

Olympic Highway is closed between the Hume Highway and Wagga Wagga.
Snowy Mountains Highway is closed at Adelong in both directions
Sturt Highway is closed between Wagga Wagga and Narrandera.

The NSW RTA also advise that there is a major flood warning current for the Upper Murray, upstream at Lake Hume that could affect all road access to Victoria.


********************

VicRoads advises that the roads listed below remain closed
as a result of September's floods.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Greater Shepparton - local roads closed
Goodard Road at Undera
McFarlane Road
Raftery Road, Kialla
Rathbone Road, Undera
Watt Road, Kialla (in forest near railway centre)
Watt Road timber bridge has been closed to pedestrian access for safety reasons


Kiewa Valley Highway - closed near Dederang Gap (38.4km mark) due to flood damage to the road surface. Detour via Yackandandah until further notice.

Mansfield-Woods Point Road - OPEN - 13 tonne load limit on Morning Star Creek Bridge in Woods Point.


Moira Shire - local roads closed
Purdies Road, near Barmah-Shepparton Road
Wilsons Road, Yalca from Murray Valley Highway to Morris Road
Yambuna Bridge, Yambuna


Wangaratta Shire - local roads closed
Gentle Annie Lane - near Edi Cheshunt and Whitfield
Pratts Lane - closed at Pratt's Bridge (off Black Range Creek Road)



WESTERN REGION


Central Goldfields Shire Council - local roads closed
Mount Cameron-Cotswold Road at Fawcetts Crossing (culvert washed out)
Rodborough Road from Clarkes Road to Strathlea Road

Hepburn Shire Council - local roads closed
Lawrence-Glengower Road

Hindmarsh Shire Council - local roads closed
Maringa Road closed
Spears Crossing closed west of Dimboola-Rainbow Road due to flooding of the Wimmera River
Wundersitz Crossing closed west of the Wimmera River at River Road and east of the river at Five Chain Road

Moorabool Shire Council - local roads closed
Triggs Road

Pyrenees Shire Council - local roads closed
Glenpatrick Road (bridge washed out)
Elmhurst-Glenpatrick Road (bridge damage)


SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Corangamite Shire - local roads closed
Buruppa Road (5km north of Great Ocean Road)
Crescent Road (east of Morton Road)
Moorehouse Bridge Road
Smokey Point Road near Port Campbell


Moyne Shire - local roads closed
Karongah Road (a back road) major culvert washed out

Please note - other roads across Victoria may be affected but remain open to traffic. Drivers should take extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel on those roads.

If would like to enquire about a road not listed on this page, you can call the VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 2:05 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Bunyip River at Iona and Yallock Outfall at
Cora Lynn
Issued at 1:42 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office in consultation with
Melbourne Water

The Bunyip River catchment has received rainfall averaging around 33 mm since
9.00am yesterday. Rainfall totals of up to 5 mm have been forecast for the
catchment for the rest of Saturday.

At Cora Lynn the water level of the Bunyip River is at 3.01 and rising (Minor
Flood Level 3.1 metres). Further stream rises are expected with the possibility
of minor flooding.

At Iona the water level of Bunyip River is at 1.98 metres and rising (Minor
Flood Level 2.1 meters). Further stream rises are expected with the possibility
of minor flooding.

Minor flooding at Cora Lynn will result in inundation of low low-lying areas
adjacent to the waterway. The ford at Cora Lynn is closed to traffic.


The river heights at 12:51 16/10/2010 were:

Bunyip River at Headworks: 0.300m, steady

Bunyip River at Tonimbuk: 1.671m, steady

Bunyip River at Longwarry North: 2.110m, rising

Tarago River at Neerim South: 1.020m, steady

Tarago River at Drouin West: 0.550m, rising

Bunyip River at Iona: 1.981m, rising, [Minor flood level = 2.10m]

Bunyip River at Koo Wee Rup: 2.700m, rising

Bunyip River at Cora Lyn: 3.010m, rising, [Minor flood level = 3.10m]







Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Issued at 10:23 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9am Saturday rainfall totals of up to 46 mm have been
recorded in the Kiewa river catchment. No significant rainfall is expected for
the remainder of Saturday.

AGL Hydro advises that releases from storages into the Kiewa River are
currently steady around 120 ML/hour.

Mongans Bridge
Kiewa River at Mongans Bridge fell below Minor Flood Level (2.4 metres) on
Saturday morning. The river is currently at 2.35 metres and steady. The river
is expected to remain around this level during Saturday.

The Kiewa River at Kiewa Main Channel is currently at 3.33 metres (Minor Flood
Level 3.3 metres) and rising slowly. The river is expected to peak around this
level during Saturday.

Bandiana
The Kiewa River at Bandiana peaked at 2.99 metres early Saturday morning. The
river is currently at 2.95 metres (Minor Flood Level 2.7 metres) and steady.
The river is expected to remain around this level throughout Saturday into
Sunday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests the following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 2:30 PM Saturday 16 October

Latest River Heights:
Kiewa R. at Mongans Bridge 2.35m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Main Channel 3.33m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Anabranch 1.56m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Yack'andah Ck. at Osbornes Flat 1.59m falling 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Bandiana 2.95m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10






Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Seven and Castle Creeks
Issued at 10:23 am EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office.

Since 9am Friday rainfall totals of up to 5mm have been recorded in the Seven
and Castle Creeks catchments.

Seven Creeks
Seven Creeks at Strathbogie fell below the Minor Flood Level (1.5 metres) early
Saturday.

Castle Creek
Castle Creek at Telfords Bridge peaked below the Minor Flood Level (1.2 metres)
Friday afternoon.

Euroa
Seven Creeks at Euroa is currently at 2.40 metres and rising slowly. It is
expected to remain around the Minor Flood Level (2.5 metres) for the next few
hours.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 3:30 PM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Seven Cks. at Strathbogie 1.34m steady 09:59 AM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at D/S Polly McQuinns Weir 0.98m steady 09:23 AM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Galls Gap Road 1.15m steady 10:08 AM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Euroa 2.39m steady 09:57 AM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Kialla West 2.59m rising 09:47 AM SAT 16/10/10
Castle Ck. at Telfords Bridge 0.72m steady 09:25 AM SAT 16/10/10
Castle Ck. at Arcadia 1.09m steady 10:01 AM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 2:12 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

This flood warning covers both the Victorian and New South Wales
parts of the Murray River catchment upstream of Lake Hume.

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Issued at 1:07 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Rainfall has eased in the Upper Murray catchment, with rainfall totals since
midnight Friday generally less than 10mm.

Isolated showers with rainfall totals less than 10mm are expected during
Saturday.

River levels in the upper parts of the catchment have peaked, however there is
major flooding around and downstream of Jingellic where the river is expected
to peak during Saturday afternoon.

Upstream of Jingellic
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Storage are currently at 120
m3/s (Minor Flood Level 113 m3/s), and will be reduced to 110 m3/s early
Saturday afternoon.

The Murray river at Biggara peaked at 3.1 metres (Major Flood Level 3.0 metres)
around 3am Saturday. The river is currently at 2.8 metres (Moderate FLood Level
2.6 metres). The river is expected to fall below the Moderate FLood Level
during Saturday evening with minor flooding to continue during the Sunday.

The Murray River at Bringenbrong is steady at 3.5 metres (Moderate Flood Level
3.4 metres).

Jingellic
The Murray River at Jingellic had an initial peak of 6.07 metres (Moderate
Flood Level 5.5 metres) around 6pm Friday due to local runoff. The river is now
at 7.19 metres and rising (Major Flood Level 7.0 metres) and is expected to
peak this afternoon at around 7.30 metres.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued around 4.00PM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Biggara 2.8m falling 11:48 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Bringenbrong 3.5m rising 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Corryong Ck. at Towong 3.43m falling 12:15 PM SAT 16/10/10
Tooma R. at Pinegrove 3.51m steady 12:00 PM SAT 16/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Berringama 2.86m falling 02:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Jingellic 7.19m rising 12:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Jingellic Ck at Jingellic 2.37m steady 12:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.64m falling 12:30 PM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 3:05 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

This flood warning covers both the Victorian and New South Wales
parts of the Murray River catchment upstream of Lake Hume.

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Issued at 2:40 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Re-issue to update forecast for Murray River at Jingellic.

Rainfall has eased in the Upper Murray catchment, with rainfall totals since
midnight Friday generally less than 10mm.

Isolated showers with rainfall totals less than 10mm are expected during
Saturday.

River levels in the upper parts of the catchment have peaked, however there is
major flooding around and downstream of Jingellic where the river is expected
to peak during Saturday afternoon.

Upstream of Jingellic
Snowy Hydro advise that releases from Khancoban Storage are currently at 120
m3/s (Minor Flood Level 113 m3/s), and will be reduced to 110 m3/s early
Saturday afternoon.

The Murray river at Biggara peaked at 3.1 metres (Major Flood Level 3.0 metres)
around 3am Saturday. The river is currently at 2.8 metres (Moderate FLood Level
2.6 metres). The river is expected to fall below the Moderate FLood Level
during Saturday evening with minor flooding to continue during the Sunday.

The Murray River at Bringenbrong is steady at 3.5 metres (Moderate Flood Level
3.4 metres).

Jingellic
The Murray River at Jingellic had an initial peak of 6.07 metres (Moderate
Flood Level 5.5 metres) around 6pm Friday due to local runoff. The river is now
at 7.52 metres and rising (Major Flood Level 7.0 metres). The river is
expected to peak late Saturday at around 7.7 metres.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued around 5.00PM Saturday 16 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Murray R. at Biggara 2.8m falling 11:48 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Bringenbrong 3.5m steady 08:30 AM SAT 16/10/10
Corryong Ck. at Towong 3.43m falling 12:15 PM SAT 16/10/10
Tooma R. at Pinegrove 3.51m steady 12:00 PM SAT 16/10/10
Cudgewa Ck. at Berringama 2.86m falling 02:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Murray R. at Jingellic 7.52m rising 2:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Jingellic Ck at Jingellic 2.37m steady 12:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.64m falling 12:30 PM SAT 16/10/10





Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Issued at 2:41 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

In the 24 hours to 9am Saturday rainfall totals of up to 46 mm have been
recorded in the Kiewa river catchment. No significant rainfall is expected for
the remainder of Saturday.

AGL Hydro advises that releases from storages into the Kiewa River are
currently steady around 120 ML/hour.

Mongans Bridge
Kiewa River at Mongans Bridge fell below Minor Flood Level (2.4 metres) on
Saturday morning. The river is currently at 2.27 metres and is expected to
remain around this level during Saturday.

The Kiewa River at Kiewa Main Channel is currently at 3.38 metres (Minor Flood
Level 3.3 metres) and rising slowly. The river is expected to peak late
Saturday around 3.4 metres.

Bandiana
The Kiewa River at Bandiana peaked at 2.99 metres early Saturday morning. The
river is currently at 2.929 metres (Minor Flood Level 2.7 metres) and steady.
The river is expected to remain above the minor level throughout Saturday into
Sunday.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests the following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 10:30 AM Sunday 17 October

Latest River Heights:
Kiewa R. at Mongans Bridge 2.26m steady 11:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Main Channel 3.33m steady 11:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Kiewa Anabranch 1.66m steady 11:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Yack'andah Ck. at Osbornes Flat 1.46m steady 11:45 AM SAT 16/10/10
Kiewa R. at Bandiana 2.94m steady 11:45 AM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 4:22 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Flood Summary

Issued at 4:00 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010.

The following Watches/Warnings are current:

Major Flood Warning for the Murray River upstream of Lake Hume
Minor Flood Warning for the Campaspe River
Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River
Final Flood Warning for the Seven and Castle Creeks

Flood Watch For Greater Melbourne Catchments (Werribee, Maribyrnong, Yarra,
Dandenong And Bunyip)
FLOOD WATCH FOR THE CAMPASPE, LODDON, AVOCA AND WIMMERA BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR THE GOULBURN AND BROKEN BASINS
FLOOD WATCH FOR WEST AND SOUTH GIPPSLAND (LATROBE, THOMSON, MACALISTER AND AVON
CATCHMENTS and SOUTH GIPPSLAND BASIN)
Final Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Minor Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek
FLOOD WATCH FOR NORTH EAST VICTORIA (UPPER MURRAY, MITTA MITTA, KIEWA,
OVENS AND KING CATCHMENTS)
Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Bunyip River at Iona and Yallock Outfall at
Cora Lynn
Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Minor Flood Warning for the King River

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 4:24 pm
by Lily
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Final Flood Warning for the Mitta Mitta Upstream of Dartmouth
Minor Flood Warning for Tallangatta Creek
Issued at 3:08 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Since 9 am Friday widespread rainfall totals of up to 88 mm were recorded in
the Mitta Mitta catchment. For Saturday isolated showers falling as snow above
500 metres are expected this afternoon. No significant rainfall is expected
during Saturday.

Rainfall to date has caused flooding in the Mitta Mitta catchment and along the
Tallangatta Creek. The Mitta Mitta river and Tallangatta Creek have both peaked
and are currently falling with Minor Flooding expected to continue during
Saturday in the Tallangatta Creek.

Mitta Mitta upstream of Dartmouth
The Mitta Mitta River at Hinnomunjie is below the Minor Flood Level (1.8
metres) and falling.

The Big River at Joker Ck is below the Minor Flood Level (2.8 metres) and
falling.

Tallandoon
The Mitta Mitta River at Tallandoon peaked below the Minor Flood Level (4.2
metres) and is currently falling.

Tallangatta Creek
Tallangatta Creek at McCallums peaked around 2.68 metres (Major Flood Level 2.3
metres) during Friday afternoon. The river fell below Moderate Flood Level (2.0
metres) early Saturday morning and is currently at 1.61 metres (Minor Flood
Level 1.6 metres).

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
The next Flood Warning will be issued at 10:00 AM Sunday 17 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Big R. at Joker Creek 1.86m falling 02:44 PM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Hinnomunjie 1.69m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Gibbo R. at Gibbo Park 1.86m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Colemans 0.89m steady 02:41 PM SAT 16/10/10
Snowy Ck. at Granite Flat 1.54m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Mitta Mitta R. at Tallandoon 2.47m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Tallangatta Ck. at McCallums 1.61m falling 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10





Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Minor Flood Warning for the Ovens River
Minor Flood Warning for the King River
Issued at 3:12 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office

Rainfall has eased in the Ovens River catchment, with rainfall totals since
midnight Friday generally less than 5mm.

Isolated showers with rainfall totals less than 10mm are expected during
Saturday.

River levels have peaked in upper parts of the catchment, however stream rises
and areas of minor flooding are expected in the lower King and Ovens Rivers
during Saturday.

Ovens River upstream of Bright

The Ovens River at Bright peaked below the Minor Flood Level (3.0 metres)
overnight Friday.

Buckland River
The Buckland River at Harris Lane peaked below the Minor Flood Level (2.8
metres) overnight Friday.

Myrtleford
The Ovens River at Eurobin peaked below the Minor Flood Level (4.5 metres)
overnight Friday.

Buffalo River
The Buffalo River at the D/S Lake Buffalo gauge at 2.41 metres and falling
slowly (Minor Flood Level 3.0 metres).

Rocky Point
The Ovens River at Rocky Point peaked below the Minor Flood Level (3.2 metres)
early Saturday morning.

Upper King River
The King River at Cheshunt is below the Minor Flood Level (1.8 metres).

Docker Road
The King River at Docker Road is currently peaking around 3.9 metres (Minor
Flood Level 3.7 metres) and is continuing to rise. A peak below the moderate
flood level (3.95 metres) is expected during Saturday.

Wangaratta
The Ovens River at Wangaratta is currently at 11.43 metres and rising slowly. A
peak around the minor flood level (11.9 metres), is expected during Sunday
morning.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.

Next Issue:
The next flood warning will be issued at 11.00 AM Sunday 17 October 2010.

Latest River Heights:
Ovens R. at Bright 2.04m steady 01:56 PM SAT 16/10/10
Buckland R. at Upper Buckland 1.65m steady 02:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Buckland R. at Harris Lane 2.15m rising 02:53 PM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens River at Eurobin 3.3m falling 02:09 PM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Myrtleford 2.67m steady 02:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. at Abbeyard 1.47m falling 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. D/S Lake Buffalo 2.41m falling 02:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Buffalo R. D/S Lake Buffalo 2.41m falling 02:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Rocky Point 2.59m steady 02:38 PM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Cheshunt 1.14m steady 02:47 PM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Edi 1.45m falling 02:30 PM SAT 16/10/10
Boggy Ck. at Angleside 0.94m falling 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
King R. at Docker Rd Bridge 3.84m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Hurdle Ck. at Bobinawarrah 1.23m steady 02:55 PM SAT 16/10/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Greta South 1.45m steady 02:23 PM SAT 16/10/10
Fifteen Mile Ck. at Glenrowan 1m steady 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10
Ovens R. at Wangaratta 11.42m rising 02:45 PM SAT 16/10/10




Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Final Flood Warning for the Seven and Castle Creeks
Issued at 3:47 pm EDT on Saturday 16 October 2010
by the Bureau of Meteorology, Victorian Regional Office.

Since 9am Saturday no significant rainfall has been recorded in the Seven and
Castles Creek catchments. No significant rainfall is forecast for the
remiainder of Saturday.

Seven Creeks
Seven Creeks at Strathbogie is below the Minor Flood Level (1.5 metres) and
falling.

Castle Creek
Castle Creek at Telfords Bridge peaked below the Minor Flood Level (1.2 metres)
Friday afternoon.

Euroa
Seven Creeks at Euroa peaked below the Minor Flood Level (2.5 metres) at midday
Saturday and is falling slowly.

In the interests of community safety the SES suggests following precautions:
* Don't walk, ride or drive through floodwater,
* Don't allow children to play in floodwater,
* Stay away from waterways and stormwater drains, and
* Keep well clear of fallen power lines

Contact the SES on 132 500, if emergency assistance is required.
Current Road and Traffic Information can be obtained from the VicRoads website:
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/trafficalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Weather Forecast:
For the latest weather forecast see http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next Issue:
No further flood warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Seven Cks. at Strathbogie 1.26m steady 03:29 PM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at D/S Polly McQuinns Weir 0.93m steady 03:22 PM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Galls Gap Road 1.06m steady 03:38 PM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Euroa 2.36m falling 03:04 PM SAT 16/10/10
Seven Cks. at Kialla West 2.72m rising 03:27 PM SAT 16/10/10
Castle Ck. at Telfords Bridge 0.67m steady 03:17 PM SAT 16/10/10
Castle Ck. at Arcadia 1.03m steady 02:51 PM SAT 16/10/10

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 4:25 pm
by Lily
Vicroads Update http://mobiletraffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/floodalerts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;


VicRoads NEW Road Closures - Regional Victoria

Saturday 16 October
3.25pm



Severe weather is causing damage and flooding on roads in various regions across Victoria.

This will page will be updated with latest road information.
Conditions may change very quickly, so if you need to travel on roads
you think may be affected and the road is not listed on this site, you can call the
VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70 for latest updates.

NORTH EASTERN REGION

Benalla Yarrawonga Road - closed between Lake Rowan and Tungamah. Diversion at St James Road and Tungamah Road.

Murray River Road - closed at Cudgewa Creek, Tintaldra through to Walwa due to flooding.

Murray Valley Highway (Alpine Way) - closed at Bringenbrong due to water over the road.

The following roads remain open to traffic but minor flooding means water may be over the road. Drivers should be very careful driving on these roads and only drive on them if necessary.

Bendigo-Maldon Road near Fogarty's Gap Road
Bendigo-Tennyson Road at 5.0km and 6.15km
Bridgewater-Maldon Road near Bendigo-Maldon Road
Calder Highway near Edwards Road - Maiden Gully
Loddon Valley Highway near Allies Road - Myers Flat
Loddon Valley Highway at Campbells Forest
Maldon-Newstead Road near Welshmans Reef Road
Mount Macedon Road between Crombie and McBean Avenue
Murray Valley Highway at Colac Colac (road open but drivers are asked to be extremely cautious and obey the signage)

SOUTH WESTERN REGION

Great Ocean Road - is reduced to one lane following yesterday's landslip south of Lorne. Reduced speed limits are in place. Traffic is being controlled by traffic signals on site.

NEW SOUTH WALES

VicRoads has been advised that flooding is also affecting many roads in south-west NSW. Drivers heading north/south between the two states should check the following website for information before travelling http://www.livetrafficnsw.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Hume Highway - has re-opened to traffic.
Olympic Highway is closed between Wagga Wagga and Tabletop.
Snowy Mountains Highway has re-opened at Adelong.
Sturt Highway has re-opened between Wagga Wagga and Narrandera.

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Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 4:27 pm
by Lily
(Strange as this has only just shown up on SES? Putting here as a record of events, anyway) SES : http://www.ses.vic.gov.au/CA256AEA002F0 ... on~&2=~&3=~" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Emergency Alert
This is an emergency alert message issued for the Upper Murray
above Lake Hume

Date: Friday 15th October 2010
Time: 12 midday
Issued by: Wangaratta Flood Incident Control Centre


A new risk has arisen for residents and businesses in the Upper Murray.

The Wangaratta Flood Incident Control Centre has received advice from ground observers that the river is currently rising rapidly and is already at yesterday’s peak in some areas.

According to Bureau of Meteorology the estimated peak is expected to reach approximately 1.3 metres HIGHER than yesterday’s high water level.

This will mean that more local roads and bridges may be affected and buildings close to the river may now be inundated (flooded) or isolated (cut off) by this higher water level.

In some areas this will be similar flood height to the 1975 flood level.

Residents along the Upper Murray are advised that areas next to the Murray river or adjoining streams could be affected by this floodwater any time from now.

In the local area, major flooding can result in:
• stock isolation in low lying paddocks
• Road closed at Bringenbrong
• Water over road at Cudgewa North Road
• Water over road at the Bridge below the Tintaldra Rec Reserve
• Along the Cudgewa Creek
o Water over road at Germans Lane
o crossing closed at Jewels Rd. Bridge Road
o Water over road at Leakes Bridge

Re: Flood Warnings - October'10

Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2010 5:29 pm
by Lily
http://www.ses.vic.gov.au/CA256AEA002F0 ... on~&2=~&3=~" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Prepare for Evacuation
Warning for Walwa
Date: Saturday 16th October 2010
Time: 16:30
Issued by: Wangaratta Flood Incident Control Centre

The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted that a flood level of 7.7 metres will be reached at Walwa around midnight tonight.

This is an Emergency Warning for residents of the Walwa township to prepare to evacuate your property to higher ground. The risk area extends along the Upper Murray from Tintaldra to the start of the Hume Dam. The river continues to rise to a height of 7.7 metres.

Residents along this part of the Murray may see inundation at any time.

The relief centre is the Walwa Bush Nursing Hospital, corner of Hanna and Main Sts Walwa.

If you delay your evacuation roads may be congested or closed and you could become trapped and need to be rescued. Remaining in flooded areas is dangerous and may place your life at risk.

When you evacuate you may go to the house of a friend or relative in higher areas.
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