Source: Bureau of Meteorology
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For people in parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:48 am Saturday, 31 October 2026.

Damaging winds over the eastern ranges, easing this evening.

Weather Situation: Strengthening northwesterly winds today across the eastern ranges ahead of an approaching trough. Winds are expected to ease during the late afternoon following the passage of the trough.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are occurring over the eastern ranges above 1200 metres from Saturday morning, easing by the evening.

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

111 km/h gust was recorded at Mt Hotham at 10:18 am.

98 km/h gust was recorded at Falls Creek at 10:18 am.

113 km/h gust was recorded at Mt Buller at 7:19 am.

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.