Extreme heat conditions are predicted for Wednesday 13 December. Visit the Bureau of Meteorology’s website
Forecast for Victoria (13 December 2023):
- THUNDERSTORMS LIKELY (>30%) across most of the State during the day and evening as a slow-moving trough/front crosses Victoria.
- SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS POSSIBLE (>10% chance if a thunderstorm occurs) for the eastern half of the State.
- Highest threat during the afternoon and evening.
- SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS LIKELY (>30%) for most of the Central district and parts of the South West, West and
- South Gippsland, North East and North Central districts. Highest threat during late afternoon and evening.
- HAZARDS: DESTRUCTIVE WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and LARGE HAIL with severe thunderstorms in central parts of Victoria.
- DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and LARGE HAIL with severe thunderstorms for the remainder of the eastern half of the State.
Heat conditions like this can cause an increase in heat related illnesses in the community and bushfire risk if you live near bushland or reserves.
During times of extreme heat, remember:
- Drink more water
- Never leave kids, adults or pets in cars
- Keep cool
- Check in on others
- Plan ahead
Stay informed on hot, dry, windy days by checking emergency.vic.gov.au regularly and by downloading the VicEmergency app on your phone. If you find yourself in fire conditions, tune into ABC Radio Melbourne for up-to-date information.
Groups particularly vulnerable to the effects of hot weather include the elderly, young children, pregnant women, persons with a disability, and people with other medical issues. If you know anyone who falls into one of these categories, check on them during the hot weather to see if you can help.
