SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026|No. 18237
Victoria Weather

Victoria Braces for Flooding as Heavy Rains Trigger Watches

Significant rainfall has prompted flood watches and warnings across northern Victoria, with several towns receiving nearly their monthly average in just 24 hours.

Rain clouds gather over a rural landscape in Victoria, Australia.
Rain clouds gather over a rural landscape in Victoria, Australia.
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Many parts of the region experienced significant rainfall in the 24 hours to 9am on Monday, August 10, leading to flood watches and warnings in northern Victoria.

According to the Bureau of Meteorology many towns around the region recorded half of their August average totals in under 24 hours.

Benalla recorded 50mm of rain. This compares to its August average of 71mm.

Shepparton recorded 40mm. This compares to its usual August average of 51mm.

Kyabram recorded 33mm during the same period, with its monthly average being 41.8mm.

Echuca meanwhile recorded 32mm, with its August average being 41mm.

The significant rainfall resulted in flood warnings being issued for some rivers and creeks in the region.

Further showers are forecast for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week across the northern country.

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