#VIC Flood Safe To Return Notification for Traralgon Creek at Traralgon Effective Date: 14/06/13 10:15 AM Expiry Date: 15/06/13 11:00 AM Current Situation The evacuation warning for Traralgon Creek area in Traralgon has been lifted, and it is now safe for residents to return home. A Moderate Flood Warning remains current for the Traralgon Creek. Levels are slowing dropping. What You Should Do Stay Alert - be aware of hazards caused by the flood Be aware of road hazards such as mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges Check your home or building for damage before you re-enter If your home has been flooded, all electrical and gas appliances should be checked by a licensed technician before you use them Dry out and clean buildings straight away When cleaning up, wear strong boots, gloves and protective clothing, and wash your hands and clothes regularly For recovery information, contact your local council Floodwaters are dangerous - never drive, walk or ride through floodwaters Floodwaters are toxic - never play or swim in floodwaters Emergency Contacts For flood or storm emergency assistance from the SES call 132 500 For life threatening emergencies call 000 Additional Information Road Closures: vicroads.vic.gov.au phone 131 170 Weather Warnings and River Heights: bom.gov.au phone 1300 659 217 SES Information: ses.vic.gov.au phone 1300 842 737 Recovery Information: dhs.vic.gov.au Recovery Information (Farm and Rural): dpi.vic.gov.au phone 135 186 Issued By Victoria State Emergency Service osom.ses.vic.gov.au/osomprod/gippsland_detail_1608978540.html#top
Posted on: Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:54:33 +0000