Water was getting into the Botanical Gardens and the Benalla Art Gallery worksite on Monday, August 10, as the Broken River rose. Photo: Rene Martens.
The local SES put out a minor flood warning for Benalla in the early part of Monday, August 10.
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However, those in the Rose City keeping an eye on water levels might already have been aware, with community pages receiving updates as water rose under the stock bridge, known locally as ‘the Stocky’.
By early afternoon on Monday, the Stocky was closed and water had inundated the lakeside, flooding below the library and its adjoining car parks.
By 12.28pm the alert had been upgraded to a moderate flood warning.
This SES warning, issued via VicEmergency, predicted that river levels would peak at 3.7m by Monday afternoon.
The Stocky was closed as the Broken River broke its banks on Monday, August 10. Photo: Rene Martens.
Its advice was to take actions to protect life and property against potential hazards caused by flooding.
What you should do:
People and businesses in riverside areas should locate emergency kits and follow their emergency plans now.
Floodwater is dangerous. Never enter floodwater.
If you choose to leave:
Remember to take your pets, mobile phone, spare clothes and medications.
Travel to the home of family or friends who are in a safe location, away from flooding.
Turn off gas and electricity at your home or workplace.
Be aware of any road closures when you leave.
Not the time for a picnic: Lakeside amenities in Benalla were inaccessible after flood waters rose on Monday, August 10. Photo Rene Martens.
If you are travelling:
Do not enter flooded areas. Turn around and find a safe alternative route.
Be aware of road hazards including mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges.
Floodwater is dangerous — never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.
If you stay or if it is unsafe to leave:
Make sure you have enough food, drinking water, medications and pet food to survive for three to five days in case you become isolated.
Use plugs, sandbags or household items to block toilets, sinks and drains to stop sewerage backflow.
Lift it — move valuables and vital household items up on high surfaces, such as on top of tables, chairs, benches and beds.
Impacts in your area:
Floodwater is likely to cover Bridge St near the Botanical Gardens and the bridge may be closed until the flood peak has passed.
Floodwater may threaten the Basketball Pavilion and CFA Fire Station, pump track and skate park.
Floodwater is likely to surround the Art Gallery, flow through the Rose Gardens, sporting ovals and enter the cricket and hardcourt tennis clubrooms.
Keep up to date with emergency warnings via the VicEmergency App or emergency.vic.gov.au
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