Advice - Riverine Flood - Stay Informed
This Flood Watch is being issued for the Otway Coast . * A low pressure system is expected to linger over parts of the state during Saturday, resulting in persistent southeasterly winds and moderate to heavy falls through parts of the Otways. * Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is forecast to develop from the early hours of Saturday morning, before first light. * Catchments are moderately wet and may respond quickly to rainfall. * The location, intensity and timing of this forecast rainfall is highly uncertain. Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert. What you should do: * If you are camping close to a creek or river, you may be at risk of flooding and need to move to higher ground, away from waterways. * River levels may rise extremely quickly and can be dangerous. Be aware of floodwater rising near you. * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Decide what you and your family will do if flooding impacts you. For information on how to prepare go to www.ses.vic.gov.au/get-ready/floodsafe [ https://www.ses.vic.gov.au/get-ready/floodsafe ] . * Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings. Impacts in your area: * Depending on where the rain falls, and how intense it is, this event may be similar to January 2026, which resulted in significant flash flooding impacting the Otway Coast. * Rain fall in the area may begin any time from around 1am on Saturday morning. * Six-hourly rainfall totals between 20mm and 35mm are likely, with isolated totals up to 50mm possible. * 24-hour rainfall totals between 50mm and 80mm are likely, with isolated falls up to 150mm possible about elevated parts. * High tide in the area is expected around 3.45am to 4am on Saturday morning. * Conditions are expected to ease during Sunday morning. If you are travelling: * Do not enter flooded areas. Turn around a find a safe alternative route. * Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges. * Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater. This message was issued by State Emergency Service .The next update is expected by 03/10/2026 03:00 pm or as the situation changes.Use multiple sources to stay informed: * www.emergency.vic.gov.au [ http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ ] * VicEmergency Hotline [ https://vicemergency.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/articles/115001055007-What-is-the-VicEmergency-Hotline- ] - freecall 1800 226 226 * VicEmergency app [ https://vicemergency.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/articles/230492607-What-is-the-VicEmergency-app-a ] * Facebook [ https://www.facebook.com/vicemergency ] * Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or News24 TV. Accessibility: The following services can help you, or someone you know, access informationduring an emergency. * To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service [ https://www.tisnational.gov.au/ ] 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 the National Relay Service [ https://www.infrastructure.gov.au/media-communications-arts/phone/services-people-disability/accesshub/national-relay-service ] and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.
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