Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Snowy Mountains Forecast District.

Issued at 10:47 am Saturday, 31 October 2026.

Damaging winds forecast over alpine areas today, easing this evening.

Weather Situation: Strengthening northwesterly winds over the alpine ranges of New South Wales today ahead of an approaching trough. Winds are expected to ease during the late afternoon following the passage of the trough.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h with peak gusts up to 110 km/h are forecast over alpine areas above 1900 metres today, easing this the evening.

Locations which may be affected include Thredbo Top Station.

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).