Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Met - Stay Indoors Moderate Blakeville, Bolwarrah, Bradshaw, Bunding, Colbrook, Spargo Creek, Ballan, Barkstead, Gordon, Korweinguboora, Springbank, Wallace 22/10/2021
This Flash Flood Warning is being issued for test. 

  • Heavy rainfall is causing localised flash flooding. 
  • You can stay safe by avoiding flooded and low-lying areas. 
  • Floodwater can be very deep, rise quickly and move fast. 
  • Be aware that heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads Floodwater from [name of river / canal] [may enter / has entered] surrounding [areas / properties]. 
If you are located in sd, you are in danger. You should immediately move indoors, away from floodwater. Do not enter floodwater. 
What you should do: 
  • Floodwater is dangerous - never enter floodwater.  

If you are inside: 
  • Stay inside and be aware of rising floodwater. 
  • If floodwater comes inside, move to a higher point such as a kitchen bench or second story. 
  • Follow your emergency plan, if you have one. 
  • Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, if safe to do so. 

If you are outside: 
  • You should stay away from trees, drains, low lying areas, creeks, canals, culverts and floodwater. 
  • You should seek shelter indoors, away from floodwater. 

If you are driving: 
  • Do not drive through floodwater. 
  • Find alternative travel routes if roads or underpasses are flooded. 
  • Be aware of driving hazards, such as mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. 
  • If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low lying areas and floodwater. 

You should stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters [insert local AM/FM stations] and monitoring warnings.  

Call Triple Zero (000) in a life threatening emergency. For emergency assistance from the SES, call 132 500. 
Impacts in your area: 
  • sds. 
  • Homes and buildings have been flooded.  
  • sds services have been lost in the area. 
  • Roads or bridges could be flooded. 
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

 The next update is expected by 23/10/2021 10:10 am or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed: 
www.emergency.vic.gov.au. 
VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226.
VicEmergency app. 
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.