A major flood warning remains current for a number of rivers in western Victoria, including the Wimmera River, although levels will not reach those experienced in January 2011.
The peak is expected to reach Dimboola on Wednesday and Thursday this week at below minor flood levels. This afternoon the river heights at Quantong and upstream of Dimboola were rising and the water level at Lochiel was steady.
Dimboola and Jeparit weirs are both fully open and water is flowing into Lake Hindmarsh.
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Residents in potential impact areas in both Dimboola and Antwerp were door knocked on Sunday by VICSES members to reinforce community safety messaging. There is not expected to be any over floor inundation, but many properties might be isolated.
The rest area on the Western Highway at Lochiel is likely to be closed early this week as the water levels at that location rise.
The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted that there will be no expected significant rainfall in the area for the next 4 days although there may be isolated showers from 5 and 15 millemetres on Tuesday and Wednesday, but if this eventuates it should not effect the current river heights.
Wimmera River Heights
Quantong Bridge, 6.48, Rising, 4:16PM
U/S Dimboola, 4.31, Rising, 4:17PM
Lochiel, 3.83, Steady, 3:45PM
DO NOT ENTER OR DRIVE THROUGH FLOODWATER.
Potential Impact In Your Area
The potential local impact of this flooding in your area may include:
Widespread flooding of farmland
Major roads and bridges may be closed or damaged by floodwater
Some areas of towns may flood and floodwater may enter homes
Power, water and sewerage may be cut-off
Towns and properties may be cut-off from surrounding areas
What You Should Do
Act now - take immediate precautions to protect your life and property
Be prepared to evacuate if advised by authorities
If you are likely to become isolated, make sure you have enough food, water, medication and pet food, and be aware that you may need to live without power, water and sewerage
Raise belongings by placing them on tables, beds and benches or move them to higher ground
Tune in to your emergency broadcasters: ABC Local Radio, commercial radio and designated community radio stations, or SKY NEWS Television
Block toilets, household drains, sinks and plugs to stop sewerage backflow
Floodwater is dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
Floodwater is toxic - never play or swim in floodwater
Emergency Contacts
For flood or storm emergency assistance from the SES call 132 500
For life-threatening emergencies call 000
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