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

Issued at 4:30 pm Saturday, 11 July 2026.

Damaging winds about northeast Victorian alpine areas.

Weather Situation: Strengthening northwesterly winds have developed over the northeastern alpine areas, ahead of a cold front crossing Victoria. Winds may ease temporarily on Sunday morning before strengthening again during the day as a secondary trough approaches.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h are likely about the northeastern Victorian alpine areas above 1500 m. Winds may ease for a period during Sunday morning, before restrengthening during Sunday afternoon.

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

100 km/h wind gust recorded at Mount Hotham at 4:19 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.