TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNINGfor DAMAGING WIND, HEAVY RAINFALL and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in the East Gippsland and parts of the West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:29 pm Sunday, 14 December 2014. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bairnsdale, Orbost, Dargo, Buchan, Mallacoota and Omeo. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the North East district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Keep clear of fallen power lines. * secure any loose objects in the vicinity of your home. * keep away from creeks and drains. * do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. * stay indoors if possible. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * if you are outside, avoid sheltering under trees * listen to the radio for storm updates * switch off your computer and electrical appliances The next warning is due to be issued by 7:30 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureaus website at bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 217. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Posted on: Sun, 14 Dec 2014 05:56:31 +0000
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