Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Mallee Forecast District.
Issued at 9:09 pm Monday, 25 January 2021.
Weather Situation: A trough moving over northwestern Victoria is
interacting with a moist and unstable airmass.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may
lead to flash flooding and damaging wind gusts in excess of 90km/hr
in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which
may be affected include Mildura.
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.
25/Jan/2021 09:14 PM