Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of East Gippsland and North East Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:38 pm Tuesday, 1 July 2025.

Damaging winds expected over northeast alpine areas from this evening into tomorrow morning.

Weather Situation: A deepening low off the New South Wales coast and a high over inland Australia are expected to produce a vigorous southeasterly airstream over the northeast Victorian alpine peaks this evening into Wednesday morning.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h are likely in the warning area from this evening until late Wednesday morning.

Locations which may be affected include Falls Creek and Mt Hotham.

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.