Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall
for parts of West and South Gippsland Forecast District.
Issued at 8:22 am Friday, 27 February 2026.
Heavy rainfall possible in thunderstorms about West and South Gippsland
Weather Situation
Slow-moving thunderstorms have developed in a moist environment this morning, bringing isolated heavy rainfall to parts of West and South Gippsland.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
West and South Gippsland
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Traralgon, Sale, Mt Baw Baw and Maffra.
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.
The next warning is due to be issued by 11:25 am.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Forecast
Alberton West (38.5987°S, 146.5879°E, 21m AMSL) set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. Medium chance of showers, becoming less likely late this afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm during the morning and afternoon, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding. Winds E 20 to 30 km/h. Daytime maximum temperatures 21 to 26.
Forecast for Alberton West (38.5987°S, 146.5879°E, 21m AMSL) Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Summary 
Minimum 15° 16° 17° 19° 17° 17° 14° Maximum 25° 27° 28° 24° 27° 25° 27° Chance of rain 70% 30% 70% 90% 80% 70% 10% Likely amount 1-5mm < 1mm 1-5mm 5-10mm 1-5mm 1-5mm < 1mm UV index Very High Very High Very High Very High Very High Very High Very High Fire Danger Rating Moderate Moderate Moderate Moderate No Rating - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 17
(km/h)21
(km/h)14
(km/h)21
(km/h)13
(km/h)17
(km/h)10
(km/h)15
(km/h)9
(km/h)15
(km/h)10
(km/h)21
(km/h)14
(km/h)20
(km/h)Wind direction E E E E E E NE ENE WNW SW W WSW W WSW Relative humidity 87% 63% 88% 58% 88% 61% 89% 83% 91% 66% 92% 71% 83% 46% Dew point 15°C 16°C 17°C 17°C 18°C 19°C 19°C 20°C 19°C 19°C 18°C 18°C 14°C 13°C -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Alberton West (38.5987°S, 146.5879°E, 21m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase Full moon Last quarter New moon First quarter 6:28am EDT 6:55am EDT 7:58pm EDT 8:25pm EDT 5:27pm EDT 1:34am EDT 
Waxing gibbous
Full moon Mar 03 Last quarter Mar 11 New moon Mar 19 First quarter Mar 26 -
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