Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of North East and East Gippsland Forecast
Districts.
Issued at 10:02 pm Monday, 5 February 2024.
Line of slow moving thunderstorms over the NE of the state.
A line of slow moving thunderstorms have developed along a trough
over the NE of Victoria. Conditions are expected to ease in the
next hour or two as trough contracts into New South Wales.
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 Bright, Falls Creek
and Mt Hotham.
42mm was recorded at Bright (Ovens rd) in 2 hours to 10pm.
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.
05/Feb/2024 11:11 AM