Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:43 am Sunday, 5 October 2025.

Damaging winds over northeastern alpine areas.

Weather Situation: Strong northwesterly winds ahead of a cold front crossing the state today will result in damaging wind gusts over northeastern alpine areas. The front will clear the state by early Monday, with winds easing as a result.

Strong winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible about the northeastern ranges from the late morning. Winds will ease below warning thresholds early Monday morning.

Locations which may be affected include Falls Creek, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo.

Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Central and South West districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.

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.