Severe Thunderstorm Warning Cancelled for South West and Wimmera Districts

Alert Details

The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has officially cancelled the Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the South West and Wimmera forecast districts. The cancellation notice (IDV21033) was issued at 12:01 pm local time on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Affected Areas

This cancellation applies to the following regions in Victoria:

• South West Forecast District
• Wimmera Forecast District

While the thunderstorm warning is no longer in effect for these areas, the Bureau notes that a separate Severe Weather Warning remains current for parts of western Victoria.

What You Should Do

The State Emergency Service (SES) advises residents to remain vigilant and follow these safety precautions:

• Stay away from fallen powerlines and always assume they are live.
• Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads, and fallen trees.
• Do not walk, ride your bike, or drive through floodwater.

Expected Conditions

Although the severe thunderstorm threat has subsided for the South West and Wimmera districts, other weather warnings may still be active. Residents are encouraged to monitor local conditions and check for updates regarding the separate Severe Weather Warning currently affecting western Victoria.

Timeline

The warning was officially cancelled at 12:01 pm on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The cancellation is effective immediately, though residents should continue to monitor TV and radio broadcasts or contact the Bureau for further updates.