Just been issued an "Emergency Warning - Thunderstorm" for the cell heading toward Wodonga. I am in Wodonga and it's raining but not too bad ATM. Looking at the radar the worst may just be to my south which may be a good thing.
I have had thunderstorm warnings via the Vic Emergency App before, but never an "Emergency" category one. Bit scary.
https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/
Issued Today at 6:11 PM.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Wodonga and surrounding areas.
damaging winds, heavy rain, large hailstones, flash flooding, destructive winds are likely.
If you are located in Wodonga and surrounding areas, you are in danger. You should immediately move indoors to stay safe.
What you should do:
Be aware of potential hazards caused by the severe thunderstorm, including widespread debris.
Stay indoors and away from windows.
Be aware of any hazards near you.
Follow your emergency plan, if you have one.
If you are outside:
You should try to shelter in a safe place indoors.
If you cannot shelter indoors, stay well away from trees, drains, low lying areas and floodwater.
If you are driving:
You should try to shelter in a safe place indoors.
Be aware of very dangerous and unpredictable road conditions.
For road closure information, check the VicTraffic website, contact your local council or call VicRoads (13 11 70).
You should stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.
Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, if safe to do so.
Call Triple Zero (000) in a life threatening emergency. For severe weather related emergency assistance from the SES, phone 132 500.
Impacts in your area:
The potential impacts of thunderstorms in your area include:
Significant building damage.
Fallen trees and branches.
Extremely dangerous flash flooding.
Landslides.
Widespread flooding in properties and homes.
Very dangerous road conditions.
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.
The next update is expected by 06/09/2019 06:40 pm or as the situation changes.
Severe Weather information:
For weather warnings and information, phone the Bureau of Metereology on 1300 659 217 or go to
www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings.
Use multiple sources to stay informed:
www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226.
VicEmergency app.
Facebook or Twitter (#vicstorms).
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency.
To access this information in other languages call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.