Storms & Floods

The SES has developed Local Flood Guides for both the Glenelg Shire and towns with the shire. They are a valuable tool when preparing for a potential flood.

The Glenelg Shire Municipal Flood Emergency Plan has been developed Municipal Flood Emergency Plan.

The latest weather warning information is available through the Bureau of Meteorology or phone 1300 659 213.

• SES Emergency Assistance: 132 500
• VicRoads Road Closures: 131 170
• Life Threatening Emergencies: Triple Zero (000)

The latest flood warning information is available through VicEmergency or phone 1800 226 226.

The Victorian SES advises the following measures in relation to floods:
• Be aware of the situation and monitor weather conditions and emergency broadcasters for further information.
• Go over your Emergency Plan and locate your Emergency Kit.
• Farmers should be prepared to move machinery and livestock to known higher ground.
• Floodwaters are dangerous, do not drive, ride or walk through floodwaters.
• For emergency assistance call the SES on 132 500, if your emergency is life threatening call 000.
• For the latest flood warning and information and river heights visit the Bureau of Meteorology

Glenelg Shire Council's Flood Emergency Plan is under development.

Mould can be a regular occurrence after a serious flood. Coming into contact with mould can pose serious health problems, especially for people with existing health conditions. The Department of Health & Human Services has a factsheet that can inform anyone wanting to know more about the risks that mould can pose.