Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central and North Central Victoria

Alert Details

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). It is for heavy rainfall and damaging winds, with the alert type code IDV21033. The warning is effective from its issue time of 2:39 pm on Thursday, 9 April 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning affects parts of Central, North Central, and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts in Victoria. Specific locations that may be impacted include Daylesford and Yarra Glen.

What You Should Do

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.

Expected Conditions

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 2:39 pm on Thursday, 9 April 2026, and is set to expire at 8:39 pm on the same day. The next warning is due to be issued by 5:40 pm.