Victoria State Emergency Service

ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD - Threat Is Reduced
Incident Location: Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge
Issue Date: Saturday 06 June 2026, 10:33 am
Next Update: Saturday 06 June 2026, 10:40 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41975/moreinfo

This is a Final Minor Flood Warning for the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

Flooding is no longer expected at Bandiana.

Moderate rainfall across the Kiewa River catchment since Monday has caused significant river level rises along the Kiewa River. River levels at the Kiewa River Channel peaked early Friday morning, while Bandianapeaked near the Minor Flood Level at midnight on Friday. River levels are expected to continue easing slowly throughout the weekend.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:

Minor flooding is no longer expected along the Kiewa River at Bandiana.

The Kiewa River at Bandiana peaked at 2.75 m around 12:00 am Saturday 6 June, around the minor flood level. The river is currently at 2.74 m and falling, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River at Bandiana is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.80 m).

The threat of flooding is reduced. Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and beware of hazards remaining in the warning area.

If you’re out on the road over the King’s Birthday long weekend, instead of pushing on when you’re feeling tired, pull over and take a power nap.

Yawning, rubbing your eyes and feeling restless while driving are all signs of fatigue, which can lead to serious road incidents.

Driver Reviver stops are a great place to take a break. Find locations via the website here: www.driverreviver.com.au/

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ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge
Issue Date: Friday 05 June 2026, 10:48 am
Next Update: Saturday 06 June 2026, 12:00 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41974/moreinfo

This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

Bandiana likely to peak around the minor flood level overnight Friday into Saturday.

Moderate rainfall across the Kiewa River catchment since Monday has caused significant river level rises along the Kiewa River. The river level at Kiewa River Channel peaked early Friday morning and further downstream along the Kiewa River, levels are elevated and further rises are expected.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:

Minor flooding is likely along the Kiewa River at Bandiana.

The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa peaked at 3.10 m around 03:30 am Friday, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 3.09 m and falling slowly. The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa is expected to remain below the minor flood level (3.30 m).

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.65 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River at Bandiana is likely to peak around the minor flood level (2.80 m) overnight Friday into Saturday as flows arrive from upstream.

Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.

ADVICE - THUNDERSTORM - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Parts of Central, North Central and Northern Country Forecast Districts.
Issue Date: Thursday 04 June 2026, 06:45 pm
Next Update: Thursday 04 June 2026, 09:30 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41973/moreinfo

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central, North Central and Northern Country Forecast Districts.
- Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.
- Locations which may be affected include Seymour and Yarra Glen.

Be aware of potential hazards caused by the severe thunderstorm, including floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall has been issued for parts of the state. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

If you need VICSES help for storm and flooding assistance, please dial 132 500. If you live or reside in the warning area, ensure to download the VicEmergency app for the latest warning and advice information.

ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge
Issue Date: Thursday 04 June 2026, 10:37 am
Next Update: Friday 05 June 2026, 12:00 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41971/moreinfo

This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

Minor flooding possible at Bandiana from Thursday afternoon.

Moderate rainfall across the Kiewa River catchment since Monday has caused significant river level rises along the Kiewa River.

Minor flooding is possible at Bandiana from Thursday afternoon as flows arrive from upstream.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:

Minor flooding is possible along the Kiewa River at Bandiana.

The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa is currently at 3.02 m and peaking, near the minor flood level. The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa is expected to remain near the minor flood level (3.30 m) until Friday.

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 2.39 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River at Bandiana may reach around the minor flood level (2.80 m) Thursday afternoon. Further rises are possible.

Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.

ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD - Stay Informed
Incident Location: Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge
Issue Date: Wednesday 03 June 2026, 01:11 pm
Next Update: Thursday 04 June 2026, 12:00 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41970/moreinfo

This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for the Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge.

Minor flooding is possible at Kiewa and Bandiana overnight Wednesday.

Moderate rainfall totals have been recorded across the Kiewa River catchment since Monday evening, causing river level rises across the catchment.

Minor flooding is possible at Kiewa and Bandiana overnight Wednesday as flows arrive from upstream.

Kiewa River downstream of Mongans Bridge:
Minor flooding is possible along the Kiewa River at Kiewa and Bandiana.

The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa is currently at 1.93 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River Channel at Kiewa may reach around the minor flood level (3.30 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

The Kiewa River at Bandiana is currently at 1.54 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Kiewa River at Bandiana may reach around the minor flood level (2.80 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday.

Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert.

Damaging winds are expected to develop in southern Victoria and the northeast ranges from early afternoon, to later today.

If you reside of work in the warning area, ensure you download the VicEmergency app for the latest warning information and advice. Please ensure to park your vehicle under cover and away from trees, and call 132 500 if you require VICSES assistance.

A separate warning for Abnormally High Tides is also current for parts of the coast. For more details, refer to the Bureau of Meteorology website.

** Update: A new warning has been issued. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **

Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds.
Issued at 10:51 pm EST on Wednesday 3 June 2026

Where:
For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West, North East, West and South Gippsland and North Central Forecast Districts.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Wonthaggi, Frankston, Falls Creek, Mt Baw Baw and Rosebud.

When:
Damaging winds developing about southern Victoria, extending to the northeast alpine areas of the State tonight with possible blizzards.

Situation:
A deep low pressure system is moving through Bass Strait, leading to an increase in westerly winds over the southern and northeastern parts of the state overnight.

For the Southern Coasts: damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/h are possible overnight, before easing during Thursday morning. Strong southwesterly winds are then expected over parts of Central and Southern Victoria during the day, although these winds are not currently expected to reach severe thresholds.

For the northeast ranges: damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with damaging wind gusts up to 100 km/h are possible overnight. Blizzard conditions are also possible above 1200. Conditions are forecast to ease during Thursday morning.

93 km/h gust recorded at Falls Creek Airport at 9:06pm

94 km/h gust recorded at Mount Hotham at 8:57pm

A separate warning for abnormally high tides is also current for parts of the coast. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

What you should do:
The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* 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.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Thursday.