Is there flooding in East Gippsland?
No flooding is expected in the Gippsland Lakes.
Where are floods in Gippsland?
Macalister, Avon, Mitchell, Nicholson and/or Tambo Rivers have experienced flooding.
What caused the eastern Australian floods 2021?
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, in an event described as “volatile, dangerous and dynamic”, the heavy rainfall event was caused by a blocking high in the Tasman Sea (between Tasmania and New Zealand) that directed a strong, low pressure trough towards the NSW coast.
Is the Mitchell river in flood?
Flooding is now easing across the Mitchell Catchment. The Mitchell River at Glenaladale is currently at 2.74 metres and falling.
What parts of Traralgon are flooded?
Roads inundated during floods include the Princes Highway through eastern Morwell and Traralgon and a large number of rural roads such as the Hyland Highway south of Traralgon, Glengarry West Road, Tyers Road, Traralgon-Maffra Road and Traralgon Creek Road, that are near and/or cross waterways.
Where does the Mitchell River start and end?
Gippsland LakesMitchell River / Mouth
Does it snow in East Gippsland?
Winter in East Gippsland’s Alpine region brings plenty of opportunities to ski, toboggan and snowboard amongst the snow gums.
What’s it like to live in Korumburra?
“Korumburra is a wonderful place to live. People are happy and relaxed and the township has a real ‘community’ feel. Korumburra is also fortunate to have terrific educational, health and sporting facilities.
Is Traralgon flood prone?
Flooding in Traralgon and its rural surrounds can occur quickly at any time of the year as a result of prolonged heavy rainfall in the upstream catchment around Mount Tassie. Traralgon Creek can flood within approximately six to eight hours of the start of heavy rain.
Is Traralgon flooded?
Flooding is no longer expected along the Traralgon Creek. The Traralgon Creek at Traralgon is currently at 1.92 metres and steady. The Traralgon Creek at Traralgon is expected to peak below the minor flood level (3.50 m) early Saturday evening.