⚠️ Flood Warning Update: 9 January 2024

The Goulburn River in Shepparton is expected to reach:

????minor levelWednesday night ????????moderate level Thursday to Friday

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Sandbags

Sandbags can be collected today from:

???? Mooroopna Sandbagging SiteArdmona Resource Recovery Centre - 770 Turnbull Road - Map⏰ Open 9.30amThe Ardmona Resource Recovery Centre will open as a drive-thru sandbag site this morning from 9.30am. Closure time will depend on community demand. ???? Shepparton Sandbagging SiteShowgrounds - High Street, Shepparton - Map⏰ Open 8am to 8pm ???? Murchison Sandbagging SiteSES Unit Area - 14 Watson Street, Murchison - Map⏰ Open 24/7

????‍♀️ Please note you may be required to fill your own sandbags. Most homes can be protected by 25 sandbags or less. The number of sandbags will depend on your local flood risk and availability.

You can check your flood levels and assess your flood risk by visiting the local Flood Intelligence Portal.

Road and Facility Closures

Last updated Wednesday 11:30am.

The following roads, paths, and facilities are closed due to flooding:

Closed Roads Bridge Road between Newman Road and Wren Street, Toolamba Lincoln Drive, Shepparton Old Weir Road, Murchison, from Station Street to the end of the road Station Street, Murchison, from Old Weir Road to the end of the road Watson Street, Murchison, from Old Weir Road to the end of the road Raftery Road, Kialla, from Edgewater road to Sevens Creeks Drive Check the VicTraffic website for more road closures across the state Closed Paths The shared path along the Causeway, between Shepparton and Mooroopna The shared path directly behind the Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club The shared path at Botanical Gardens Avenue Kialla is closed and also closed off Lincoln Drive Shepparton Closed Council Facilities and Services Aquamoves Outdoor 50m Pool closed from 12pm on Wednesday 10 January 2024 until further notice. Aquamoves Centre, including after-hours Gym Access, closed from 8pm on Wednesday 10 January 2024 until further notice. Mooroopna PoolThe Mooroopna Pool will be open extra hours from 6.30am on Thursday 11 January 2024. Thursday 11 January 2024 and Friday 12 January 2024, 6.30am to 7pm Saturday 13 January and Sunday 14 January 2024, 8pm to 7pm Some Aquamoves bookings will be moved to the Mooroopna Pool. Please contact Aquamoves on 5832 9400 for details. KidsTownClosed from 5pm on Wednesday 10 January 2024 until further notice. Parks and ReservesParks Victoria have indicated all parks are now closed. This includes: Arcadia Streamside Reserve Shepparton Regional Park Lower Goulburn National Park Gemmill Swamp Wildlife Reserve Loch Garry Wildlife Reserve and Kanyapella Reserve Stay Updated

⚠️ Stay informed and vigilant with the latest warnings by:

????️ checking the VicEmergency website: emergency.vic.gov.au ???? downloading the VicEmergency app (iPhone, Android) ???? calling the VicEmergency hotline on 1800 226 226 ???? listening to ABC Local Radio How to Prepare

???? Residents can view the GBCMA Flood Intelligence Portal or the VICSES website to see a guide of how flooding may affect their property, and how to stay safe.

In any emergency, it pays to be prepared in advance:

???????? Make sure you have enough food and prescription medications to last you a few days. ???? Check in on any neighbours or family who might need help. ????⚠️ Don’t park or camp under trees. Wet ground and stormy weather can cause trees and branches to fall. ✅???? Learn what to do in the first 72 hours of an emergency.

???? Stay safe and avoid flooded areas. Floodwater can cause damage to roads and structures, and can contain strong currents, hidden objects, and contamination. Never enter or drive through floodwater.