Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Minor Flood Warning For The Avoca River Issued at 01:37 PM AEST on Tuesday 11 August 2026 Flood Warning Number: 2 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT CHARLTON TOWN TUESDAY AFTERNOON Moderate rainfall was recorded across the Avoca River catchment during Sunday and into Monday, with the heaviest falls recorded in the upper parts of the catchment. River level rises are occurring along the Avoca River. Avoca River to Charlton Town: River levels are elevated and areas of flooding may develop along the Avoca River including Yawong Weir and Charlton Town. The Avoca River at Charlton Town is currently at 3.90 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Avoca River at Charlton Town is likely to exceed the minor flood level (4.00 m) Tuesday afternoon. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. 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 Wednesday 12 August 2026. Latest River Heights: Avoca River at Yawong Weir,2.14,rising,1:00 pm Tue 11/08/26 Avoca River at Charlton Town,3.90,rising,1:00 pm Tue 11/08/26 Avoca River at Charlton (Downstream),1.14,rising,1:00 pm Tue 11/08/26 Avoca River at Quambatook,0.40,steady,1:00 pm Tue 11/08/26 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.