Minor flooding is possible at Benalla and Casey weir from overnight Wednesday.
In the 24 hours to 11am Wednesday, up to 126 mm of rainfall had been recorded across the Broken River catchment, causing river level rises.
Further rainfall is forecast across the Broken River catchment for the remainder of Wednesday and into Thursday.
Minor flooding may develop along the Broken River at Benalla Wednesday evening and extend downstream to Casey Weir Thursday morning.
The Broken River at Casey Weir is currently at 0.70 metres and rising, below the minor flood level and may reach the minor flood level (2.10 m) Thursday morning.
Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.
Road closures:
- Swanpool-Lima Rd is closed at Chinaman’s Crossing
- Ackerly Ave, Benalla is closed between the Midland Hwy and Arundel St, and at Mitchell St
- Benalla-Tatong Rd (Samaria Rd) is closed between Shawbrook Ave and Plum Lane
What you should do:
- Be prepared to act if your situation changes
- You should stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings
- Farmers should consider moving livestock and machinery to higher ground
- Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
Impacts in your area:
- High river levels and potential flooding in areas close to rivers and streams
- Some local roads may be closed and low bridges may be underwater.
Motorist are advised to drive with caution and to not attempt to drive through flood waters.
This message was issued by the State Emergency Service.
Use multiple sources to stay informed:
- www.emergency.vic.gov.au/
- VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226
- The VicEmergency app
- Facebook or Twitter (#vicfloods)
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency:
To access this information in other languages call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.
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