Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Met - Prepare To Take Shelter Moderate Mallee and parts of Northern Country, Wimmera and North Central Forecast Districts Today at 6:07 PM
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for Mallee and parts of Northern Country, Wimmera and North Central Forecast Districts. 
  • Locations which may be affected include Mildura, Horsham, Bendigo and surrounds.
  • The severe weather is likely to include locally intense rainfall, that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding.
  • The Mallee is most likely to be impacted from late this evening.
  • Parts of the northeast Wimmera, western Northern Country, western North Central and far northeastern South West forecast districts are most likely to be impacted overnight and into Monday.
  • Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 100 mm are possible.
  • Heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash flooding is also likely in the western districts from late this evening and central districts into Monday.
  • This Watch and Act message replaces the Advice issued at 12:25 pm, Sunday 1 March 2026.
Be aware of potential hazards caused by the severe thunderstorm, including floodwater, debris, damaged buildings, trees down, and fallen power lines.
What you should do: 
  • Park your car undercover and away from trees. 
  • Stay inside if conditions outside appear dangerous. 
  • Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, if safe to do so. 
  • Floodwater is dangerous - never enter floodwater.      
If you are driving: 
  • Drive slowly and obey all road signs. Never drive through floodwater. 
  • If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. 
  • Be aware of road hazards such as mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges. 
  • For road closure information, check the VicTraffic website, contact your local council or call VicRoads (13 11 70). 
Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings. 

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 severe weather in your area include: 
  • Flash flooding
  • Landslides
  • Flooding in properties and homes
  • Building damage
  • Overflowing drains and gutters
  • Broken windows
  • Dangerous road conditions
This message was issued by State Emergency Service.   

The next update is expected by 01/03/2026 11:40 pm or as the situation changes.   

Use multiple sources to stay informed:
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 the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.