Source: Bureau of Meteorology

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

Issued at 9:31 pm Wednesday, 1 July 2020.
Damaging winds possible with overnight storms

Weather Situation:
A cold front is crossing the state overnight tonight.
Damaging winds gusts are possible in thunderstorms in the warning area over the next several hours. Gusts up to 90km/h possible in storms.

Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Warrnambool, Bendigo, Seymour, Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong and Melbourne.

Risk of severe thunderstorms becomes negligible by around 4am

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet.
* Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and 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.
* 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.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live.
* Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.