Central Victoria was hit by a mini-tornando over the weekend but there may be worse to come.
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Wild storms on Sunday caused widespread blackouts across the state, and left about 36,000 homes without power, but they're merely a foretaste of what's to come.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a state-wide severe weather warning for damaging winds for tomorrow, with the passage of a strong cold front.
At a press conference in the State Emergency Centre on Monday afternoon, experts warned of likely power outages, fallen trees and branches and severe wind gusts, peaking at about 110km/h in the state's Alpine areas.
In light of the Bureau’s forecast, VICSES warns Victorians to remain prepared for severe weather. SES called on Victorians to take the following steps:
- Clear your backyard and secure items such as outdoor furniture, umbrellas and trampolines. These items can cause damage in strong winds.
- Move vehicles under cover or away from trees
- Take care on the roads; trees can be brought down during high winds causing dangerous and unexpected traffic hazards.
- Keep clear of fallen power lines.
Victoria SES volunteers are on standby across the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, ready to respond should this weather event result in requests for assistance.
Victorians are advised to call 132 500 if they require assistance from VICSES due to storm related damage. If the damage is life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).
