Source: Bureau of Meteorology
Issued at 11:45 am Friday, 24 November 2023.
Heavy rain possible in western Victoria.
Weather Situation: A strong upper disturbance centred to the west
of Victoria is driving thunderstorm activity in the morning period,
with severe thunderstorms possible due to significant moisture and
slow storm motion.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may
lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several
hours. Locations which may be affected include Rainbow, Horsham,
Warracknabeal, Edenhope, Hamilton and Casterton.
Observations to 11:15am include:
65.2mm in 6 hours at Pigick Comparison
59.6mm in 6 hours at Mcneils Bridge
54.2mm in 6 hours at Kanagulk AWS
50.8mm in 6 hours at Hillview NYPO
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.
24/Nov/2023 12:51 AM