Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS Central, South West and parts of East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:37 am Tuesday, 24 June 2025. For NORTHEASTERN RANGES: DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 65 to 75 km/h with peak gusts of around 110 km/h over alpine areas above 1400 metres, with BLIZZARD conditions developing from the evening. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS are likely to become more widespread from this afternoon. For the GRAMPIANS: Winds may temporarily eased through the area but is expected to strengthen again during the afternoon ahead of the next cold front. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are possible during the afternoon. For the WIMMERA, SOUTH WEST, CENTRAL and GIPPSLAND: Strong west to northwesterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h are possible from midday for coastal and elevated parts of the Wimmera and South West districts, extending to the Central district during the afternoon, and western Gippsland by the evening. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS are also possible in showers and thunderstorms for inland and lower-lying parts of the warning area in the afternoon. A separate warning for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES is current for the entire Victorian coast. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/warnings/ Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Warrnambool, Ballarat, Geelong, Stawell and Hamilton. 117 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Buller at 12:28 am. 102 km/h wind gust was recorded at Falls Creek at 2:04 am. 111 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Hotham at 4:04 am. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live. * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Tuesday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
