The Ballarat region could be hit by strong winds and damaging wind gusts later on Tuesday and into Wednesday, as an icy blast sweeps across the state, possibly bringing snow to the city.
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The Bureau of Metreology is forecasting strong winds averaging 40-60 km/h to develop over areas including Ballarat, Daylesford and Bacchus Marsh late on Tuesday before continuing into Wednesday morning.
Wind gusts of more than 90 km/h are also possible and severe weather warning has been issued as a result.
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"The strongest gusts are likely to occur during Wednesday morning, and ease below warning thresholds around midday Wednesday." the warning said.
Ballarat is forecast for a top of just seven degrees on Tuesday. Showers and storms along with small hail is also possible, according to the Bureau of Metreology.
Wednesday will present similar conditions, with a top of nine degrees forecast.
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.
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