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Severe Weather Warning

for DAMAGING WINDS

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

Issued at 4:44 pm Friday, 19 June 2026.

Damaging winds continuing about the northeast ranges this evening.

Weather Situation: A trough is moving through Victoria today and is expected to increase winds about the northeast ranges. Damaging winds in localised areas will continue for brief periods this evening.

DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are occurring over exposed areas of the northeast ranges above 1500 metres for brief periods this evening. Winds are expected to ease again later in the evening.

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

98 km/h wind gust recorded at Mount Hotham at 3:02 pm.

92 km/h wind gust recorded at Mount Hotham at 4:11 pm.

Sustained 65 km/h winds recorded at Mount Hotham in the 10 minutes surrounding 3:57 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.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Friday.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.