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Coastal Hazard Warning

for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:57 am Wednesday, 3 June 2026.

Abnormally high tides across Victorian coastlines.

Weather Situation: A deep low pressure system moving over Bass Strait brings strong to gale-force westerly winds and elevated sea levels across all coasts today. As the low moves eastwards over the Tasman Sea during Thursday, winds are expected to shift southwesterly and maintain elevated sea levels about central and eastern coasts.

ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible along the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay, during Wednesday. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during the Wednesday afternoon and evening high tides.

Elevated sea levels are expected to persist, particularly about central and eastern coasts, including Port Phillip and Western Port Bay into Thursday.

Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Brighton, Frankston, Port Fairy, Ocean Grove, Inverloch, Port Albert, Phillip Island, and Lakes Entrance.

A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts .

The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Wednesday.

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.