Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Victoria Coastal Hazard Warning for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES for parts of East Gippsland and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:50 pm Thursday, 4 June 2026. Abnormally high tides across Gippsland coasts. Weather Situation A deep low pressure system moves eastwards over the Tasman Sea, bringing strong to gale-force west to southwesterly winds and elevated sea levels across eastern coastlines tonight. ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES for the following areas: East Gippsland and West and South Gippsland ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas are possible between Wilsons Promontory and the VIC/NSW border tonight. Tides are likely to rise well above the normal high tide mark during tonight's high tides. Locations which may be affected include Mallacoota and Yarram. Coastal Hazards are no longer occurring in the Central and South West districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED. A separate warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts . Cancellation for the following areas: South West,Central The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following: * Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters. * Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks. * If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure. * Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways. * Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226). The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Friday. 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.