Flood Update: 16 January 2024

Read the latest warnings from VicEmergency

Goulburn Valley Water has advised that mains supplied water in Greater Shepparton is still safe to drink. ????✅ Last updated Friday 12 January 4.30pm

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Sandbags

Sandbags can be collected today from:

???? Murchison Sandbagging SiteSES Unit Area - 14 Watson Street, Murchison - Map⏰ Open 24/7 ???? Mooroopna Sandbagging SiteArdmona Resource Recovery Centre - 770 Turnbull Road - Map⏰ Now closed - will not reopen ???? Shepparton Sandbagging SiteShowgrounds - High Street, Shepparton - Map⏰ Now closed - will not reopen

????‍♀️ 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 Sunday 14 January 10.15am

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

Closed Roads Watt Road, Kialla, between McLennan Street Mooroopna and Riverview Drive Kialla Bridge Road, Toolamba, between Newnham Road and Wren Street 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 paths near Tom Collins Drive / Victoria Lake Caravan Park / Hassett Street, Shepparton 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: Friday 12 January 2024, 6.30am to 7pm Saturday 13 January and Sunday 14 January 2024, 8am 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. Botanical GardensClosed 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 Victoria Park Lake Caravan Park Stay Updated

Video Update - Thursday 6:30pm

⚠️ 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, prescription medications, and supplies 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. ????⚠️ Floods can force snakes and other wildlife out of their natural habitat. Be careful near flooded areas. ????⚠️ Mosquitos breed in stagnant water. Protect yourself from mosquitos by covering up and using personal insect repellent. ✅???? 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. ⛔