Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, very heavy rain and showers and southerly winds are expected during Saturday and Sunday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the South West, Central and West and South Gippsland forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast during the remainder of Saturday and into early Sunday. For GEELONG and the OTWAYS: 6-hourly rainfall totals between 35 and 55 mm are likely. Isolated falls up to 70 mm are possible, most likely about the elevated parts. 24-hourly totals between 60 and 90 mm are likely, with isolated falls up to 150 mm possible about elevated parts of the Otways. Conditions are expected to ease late Saturday afternoon but may persist into the early evening. For GIPPSLAND: 6-hourly rainfall totals between 35 and 55 mm are likely. Isolated falls up to 70 mm are possible, most likely about the elevated parts. 24-hourly totals between 50 and 80 mm are likely, with isolated falls up to 110 mm possible about elevated parts. Conditions are expected to easy during Sunday morning. The low pressure system slowly tracks east then moves into the Tasman Sea on Sunday. Locations which may be affected include Geelong, Traralgon, Bairnsdale, Sale, Warragul and Mt Baw Baw. 38 mm of rainfall was recorded at Inverleigh in the 6 hours to 11:15 am. 42 mm of rainfall was recorded at Pollocksford in the 6 hours to 11:15 am. 64 mm of rainfall was recorded at Benwerrin in the 3 hours to 11:15 am. 72 mm of rainfall was recorded at Lorne (Mt Cowley) in the 6 hours to 9:30 am.
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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