The State Emergency Service has issued the following Flood Watch and Act message is for the Lower River Murray:

The flow into the River Murray at the border is currently at 89GL per day and is expected to reach 135GL per day by early December. 

As this higher flow moves into the warning area over the following three weeks it will raise the River Murray to Moderate Flood level. 

Whilst flooding is expected to be in low-lying areas of the flood plain within the warning area, the high flow in the main river channel will pose a risk to public safety.

What you should do:

· Follow your Emergency Plan.

· Prepare your family and home for flooding.

· Move items of value to a safe place.

· If your plan is to leave, if you require time to leave or if you are not prepared, you should consider leaving now. Only leave if you are certain that the path is clear to a safer place.

· For SES assistance phone 132 500. If the matter is life-threatening call 000 (triple zero).

As River Murray flow rates and water levels continue to increase over coming weeks, flooding of some properties on the floodplain is expected. For information on sandbag availability, visit the SASES website. 

As river levels rise, all river users, including houseboat users and irrigators, should check water levels regularly and make daily adjustments. 

When operating a vessel on the water keep speed low in order to avoid creating significant waves that may cause damage to banks and levees.

The high flow in the main River Murray channel will make conditions dangerous for people undertaking activities on or in the water. 

The force of the current, submerged objects and floating debris will all present a risk to safety. 

Backwaters, lakes and other parts of the river away from the main channel are likely to be less impacted by the high flows and visitors to the area are encouraged to consider this when planning their activities.

Rising river levels are impacting infrastructure along the river, such as power and waste disposal. Check the SASES website for links to further information.