Weather Warnings - Severe Weather Warning for VIC
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
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Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning
for East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Issued at 2:35 pm Wednesday, 27 November 2024.
Winds have eased over the alpine area this afternoon.
Weather Situation
A low pressure system in the Bight is directing a northerly flow over the northeast alpine area.
cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas:
East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the North East district however Severe Thunderstorm Warnings are current for parts of Victoria. Please refer to the latest warnings http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
The immediate threat of severe weather has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.
115 km/h wind gust observed at Mount Hotham at 9:37am.
100 km/h wind gust observed at Mount Buller at 5:54am.
95 km/h wind gust observed at Falls Creek at 9:20am.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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.