Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Initial Flood Watch for East Gippsland
Issued at 1:06 pm AEST on Monday 30 June 2025

Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, WITH CHANCE OF ISOLATED MODERATE FLOODING

A complex low pressure system is forecast to develop and deepen off the NSW coast from late Monday. This low is likely to bring widespread moderate rainfall across East Gippsland.

Three-day rainfall totals of 100 - 150 mm are possible from Monday to Wednesday about coastal parts in the Flood Watch area.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are relatively wet following recent rainfall.

River level rises and areas of minor flooding are possible, with a chance of isolated moderate flooding across the Flood Watch area from Wednesday afternoon.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Bemm, Cann and Genoa Rivers

Snowy River

Tambo River

Mitchell River

For the latest flood and weather warnings see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings

For the latest rainfall and river level information see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety Advice:
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.

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