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The River Murray peak flow has now reached the Lower Lakes after passing through Mannum on 7 January, Murray Bridge on the 9 January and Wellington on 11 January.
Wind, tides and wave action may cause temporary inundation in low lying areas around the lakes as the peak moves through.
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has said that they will continue to closely monitor the Princes Highway between Tailem Bend and Meningie which is potentially at risk of closure due to rising water levels and tide and wind conditions. A speed limit of 60km/h is currently in place to ensure road users can safely navigate this section. In the event of a closure, a detour will be put in place via the Dukes Highway and McIntosh Way.
Minister for Emergency Services Joe Szakacs stressed the importance of shack owners remaining up-to-date with the latest advice from SASES and SA Power Networks.
“While it’s pleasing to see the peak edge closer to the ocean, a Flood Emergency Warning for the entire river in SA remains in place and I urge people to continue to take care. I just urge everyone to check the advice and take extreme care around the river while these warnings are in place.”
Milang shack owners are in the process of being reconnected with SMS messages sent via SA Power Networks to affected customers.
As of midday on 9 January, 68 catastrophic levee defects have been identified along with 168 major, 57 moderate and 84 minor from around 700 inspections had been undertaken.
An Emergency Relief Centre has now been opened at the Ramblers Football Club in Murray Bridge where, along with those already operating at Berri and Mannum, the public can access information and apply for support including financial relief and emergency accommodation.
People can call the Relief Information line on 1800 302 787 seven days a week from 9am to 5pm. People wanting more information on the River Murray flood event can call River Murray hotline on 1800 362 361 anytime.
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