Source: Bureau of Meteorology

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

Issued at 7:30 pm Wednesday, 27 November 2024.

Severe thunderstorms are continuing across central Victoria.

Weather Situation: A low pressure trough moving across Victoria continues to trigger showers and thunderstorms across central and eastern parts of the state in the warm and humid airmass ahead of the trough.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wonthaggi, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Warragul, Moe and Falls Creek.

A 106km/h wind gust was recorded at Fawkner Beacon at 2:18pm.

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.