Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Snowy Mountains Forecast District.

Issued at 10:52 am Wednesday, 11 March 2026.

Damaging winds developing about alpine areas today.

Weather Situation: Northwesterly winds have strengthened about alpine areas ahead of an approaching cold front.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100 km/h are expected for parts of the Snowy Mountains district today. For locations above 1900 m, winds may average around 80 km/h.

Conditions are expected to ease by late tonight.

Locations which may be affected include Thredbo, Perisher Valley and Charlotte Pass.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).