Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:42 pm Wednesday, 1 July 2026.

Severe thunderstorms occurring through southeast parts of the state.

Weather Situation: A cold front is moving through the south of the state this evening. Thunderstorms developing along this system will be fast-moving towards the east.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Orange, Canberra, Yass, Tumbarumba, Blayney and Trunkey Creek.

98 km/h wind gust was recorded at Deniliquin Airport at 8:39 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).