Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and
South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Issued at 10:25 am Wednesday, 8 September 2021.
STRONG ALPINE WINDS ON THURSDAY
Weather Situation: A strong cold front crossing Tasmania on
Thursday will enhance winds across the Victorian ranges.
DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak
gusts of 90 to 100km/h are possible over the Victorian Alps and the
Gippsland ranges during Thursday.
Winds are expected to increase during Thursday morning, and then
ease from late Thursday afternoon.
Locations which may be affected include Dargo, Mt Baw Baw, Falls
Creek, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo.
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.
08/Sep/2021 10:33 AM