Source: Bureau of Meteorology
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For people in parts of North East, West and South Gippsland and East Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:04 am Sunday, 25 October 2026.

Damaging Winds over Alpine areas of Victoria this morning.

A cold front passes to the south this morning with a trough moving east over Victoria. Strong northwesterly winds are expected ahead of the trough.

DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are occurring over exposed peaks this morning.

Winds are expected to ease during the late morning.

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

96 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mt Buller at 3:25 am

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.