Recent storm and flash flooding in central and northern Victoria
Storm and flood event: available assistance
Flood and storm affected householders should contact their local council to find out what local emergency support services are available – including the operation of emergency relief centres.
A separate flood recovery website is available to support those affected by the 2012 Victorian floods, as well as those affected by the 2010-11 Victorian floods.
Financial assistance
Deputy Premier and Minister for Emergency Services Peter Ryan has activated emergency relief assistance payments to help eligible families affected by the recent storm event in central and northern Victoria.
Further information about the Personal Hardship Assistance Program is available.
Emergency Relief and Recovery Centres
Local Councils have opened emergency relief centres to offer assistance to people affected by flooding.
Details of Relief and Recovery Centres are available on the Flood Recovery website.
Further information and assistance
General StormSafe advice from VicSES
- Stay informed by monitoring local conditions and by being aware of the situation.
- If your home has been flooded, ensure a licensed technician checks all electrical and gas appliances before you use them.
- If your roof has been damaged by water, you should be vigilant and aware of wet insulation that could cause ceiling collapse.
- To help guard against future storm damage, you should check that your gutters, downpipes and drains are in good order and not blocked.
- You should not drive, walk or play in floodwaters, swollen creeks, rivers and streams.
- Be aware that floodwaters often contain harmful contaminants – such as chemicals, faeces, and sharps.
- If you are driving, be alert to debris across roadways.
Useful contacts
- For life threatening emergencies call 000
- For emergency SES assistance call 132 500
- For emergency recovery information contact Mount Alexander Shire Council on (03) 5471 1700.
Flood health and safety fact sheets
The following links provide a range of useful fact sheet advice for anyone seeking emergency assistance after the recent severe weather event across Victoria.
- Flood hazards – Protecting your health and safety
- Flood - Public Health fact sheet information
- Better Health Channel
Information from VicSES
If you need further information about the severe weather event visit the Victoria State Emergency Service website at www.ses.vic.gov.au
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Contact information
SES Flood & Storm Information
Tel : 1300 842 737
