Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Northern Country, North East and North Central Forecast Districts.

Issued at 8:13 pm Saturday, 3 January 2026.

Severe storms continue through central and northern Victoria.

Weather Situation: A moist and unstable airmass is producing severe thunderstorms through central and northern parts of the state.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Euroa and Yarrawonga.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Central, East Gippsland and West and South Gippsland districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.

2cm hail was observed at Rawson at approximately 4:00 pm.

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.