Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Avoca River Issued at 10:38 PM AEST on Sunday 05 July 2026 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING ALONG THE AVOCA RIVER AT CHARLTON TOWN Recent moderate rainfall across the Avoca River catchment has caused river level rises along the Avoca River. Minor flooding is occurring at Charlton Town. Avoca River to Charlton Town: Minor flooding is occurring along the Avoca River to Charlton Town The Avoca River at Charlton Town is currently at 4.09 m and steady, with minor flooding. The Avoca River at Charlton Town may peak near 4.30 m early Monday morning, with minor flooding. Avoca River downstream of Charlton Town: River levels are elevated and minor flooding is possible along the Avoca River at Charlton (Downstream). 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. Next issue: The next warning will be issued by 12:00 PM AEST on Monday 06 July 2026. Latest River Heights: Avoca River at Archdale Junction,1.09,steady,10:00 pm Sun 05/07/26 Avoca River at Yawong Weir,1.49,falling,10:00 pm Sun 05/07/26 Avoca River at Charlton Town,4.09,steady,10:00 pm Sun 05/07/26 Avoca River at Charlton (Downstream),2.55,rising,10:00 pm Sun 05/07/26 Avoca River at Quambatook,-0.59,steady,10:00 pm Sun 05/07/26 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.