24/08/2026
** Update: A new warning has been issued. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ **
Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall.
Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Issued at: 10:46 pm EST on Monday 24 August 2026
Where:
For people in parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Locations which may be affected include Corryong, Bright, Falls Creek, Mt Hotham and Mt Buller.
When:
Heavy rainfall possible about the northeast ranges on Tuesday morning.
Situation:
A developing rain band approaches from the northwest and is likely to move over the northeast ranges throughout Tuesday morning, possibly bringing periods of heavy rainfall.
Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is possible for the northeast ranges during early Tuesday morning. Six-hour rainfall totals between 50 to 60 mm are possible.
The broader area of possible heavy rainfall is forecast to ease by Tuesday afternoon. However, severe thunderstorms may also develop and bring localised heavy falls to northern parts of the state during Tuesday afternoon and evening. Should severe thunderstorms develop, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued.
A flood watch is also current for North East catchments. For more details, please see https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
What you should do:
The Victoria 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.
The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 am AEST Tuesday.
