Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Central, South West, North Central and
Wimmera Forecast Districts.
Issued at 12:02 pm Monday, 23 October 2023.
Damaging wind gusts developing about the Surf Coast, Grampians and
central ranges during Tuesday morning.
Weather Situation: A vigorous cold front associated with a low
pressure system passing to the south, will track eastwards across
the state on Tuesday, with winds easing following the passage of
the front during the afternoon.
For GRAMPIANS and SURF COAST: Strong north to northwesterly winds
averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h
are possible from the early morning, with the risk easing by late
morning.
For CENTRAL RANGES: Strong north to northwesterly winds averaging
50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h are likely
about the ranges of central Victoria and possibly the outer
northern suburbs of Melbourne Tuesday morning, easing during the
afternoon.
Locations which may be affected include Melbourne Airport, Apollo
Bay, Lorne, Kyneton, Daylesford and Yarra Glen.
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.
23/Oct/2023 01:13 AM