IDV36820

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:45 pm AEST on Wednesday 19 August 2026

Flood Warning Number: 11

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT CHARLTON TOWN FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING.

Rain is forecast to continue through Wednesday and Thursday across the Avoca River catchment, which is likely to cause renewed river level rises and areas of minor flooding.

Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Avoca River at Charlton Town from Wednesday evening.

Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Avoca River at Charlton Town.

The Avoca River at Charlton Town is currently at 3.80 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Avoca River at Charlton Town may exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) Wednesday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Minor flooding is no longer expected along the Avoca River at Quambatook.

The Avoca River at Quambatook peaked at 1.80 m around 07:00 pm Tuesday, below the minor flood level. The river is currently at 1.78 m and steady, below the minor flood level. The Avoca River at Quambatook is expected to remain below the minor flood level (2.00 m).

• 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.

The next warning will be issued by 01:30 PM AEST on Thursday 20 August 2026.

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.