Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Victoria TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall for parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:50 pm Sunday, 3 May 2026. Possible heavy rainfall about northeastern Victoria, easing early Monday. Weather Situation A cold front and upper disturbance is moving through northeastern Victoria tonight. An associated cloud band is producing areas of rain, with isolated heavy falls possible overnight into early Monday. HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas: East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the northeastern Victorian ranges. Six-hourly rainfall totals up to 65 mm are possible. Rainfall is expected to ease below warning thresholds early Monday morning. Locations which may be affected include Corryong, Bright, Falls Creek and Mt Hotham. 93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Falls Creek at 2:07 pm. 107 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Hotham at 1:31 pm. 106 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Buller Airport at 1:25 pm. 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 Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 am AEST Monday. 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.