Source: Bureau of Meteorology

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

Issued at 11:57 pm Friday, 3 April 2020.
Rain and storms continue across Victoria

Weather Situation: A band of rain and thunderstorms associated with a strong cold front continues to move across Victoria
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour, Kyneton, Ballarat and Wangaratta.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Mallee, South West and Wimmera districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.
Redesdale has recorded 62.2mm of rainfall so far of which 33mm was recorded in just 1 hour

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.
* Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* 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.