Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of East Gippsland, Mallee, North Central, West
and South Gippsland, Central and North East Forecast
Districts.
Issued at 3:41 pm Tuesday, 28 November 2023.
Severe storms continuing from Mt Baw Baw to Bairnsdale with a
temporary ease across the northwest.
Weather Situation: A moist and unstable airmass is linking up with
low-level convergence to trigger a few severe thunderstorms over
the ranges and Gippsland this afternoon. In addition, a front and
an upper low over SA will support severe thunderstorms across the
northwest.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and
heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next
several hours in parts of the East Gippsland, North Central, West
and South Gippsland, Central and North East districts. Locations
which may be affected include Dargo, Bairnsdale, Buchan and Mt Baw
Baw.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and
heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next
several hours in parts of the Mallee district. Severe thunderstorms
may return to the Mildura area later this afternoon and/or
evening.
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.
28/Nov/2023 04:46 AM