Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:49 pm AEDT on Saturday 28 February 2026 Flood Watch Number: 2

MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING AND AREAS OF LOCALISED FLOODING POSSIBLE ACROSS THE FLOOD WATCH AREA FROM MONDAY

A slow moving low pressure trough is forecast to approach the western border during Sunday, with areas of widespread moderate to heavy rainfall and embedded thunderstorms developing over the west, particularly near the border. The trough is expected to slowly cross western and central Victoria during Monday, with possible moderate to locally heavy falls.

Heavy rainfall totals are expected around parts of the north west and south west catchments of Victoria from Sunday. Accumulated rainfall totals may be significant.

Catchments are relatively dry across the Flood Watch area, with some areas slightly wetter due to recent rainfall. River and creek level rises, and areas of minor to moderate flooding may develop from Monday morning. Localised flooding and overland inundation is also possible within the Flood Watch area.

A Flood Watch is current for parts of South Australia, including the Limestone and Millicent Coast Rivers and Creeks.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Hopkins River

Portland Coast

Glenelg River

Limestone and Millicent Coast Rivers and Creeks

Loddon River

Avoca River

Murray River downstream of Tocumwal (Localised flooding only)

Mallee

Wimmera River

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/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.


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