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A severe weather warning is issued by the Bureau of Meteorology when dangerous weather—including damaging winds, heavy rain, hail, or storm surges—is expected. These warnings are specific to regions and times, so check the live ranking above for current severe weather warning alerts across Australia.
What does a severe weather warning mean for me?
A severe weather warning means you should take immediate action to protect life and property. The Bureau issues these warnings when conditions like destructive winds over 90 km/h, flash flooding from intense rain, or large hailstones are likely. For example, a super storm warning for QLD today would trigger alerts for coastal and inland areas. Check the live ranking above for your region, including storm warning Melbourne today and severe weather warning NSW today.
Where can I find the latest severe weather warnings?
The Bureau of Meteorology website is the official source for all warnings, including maps. For severe weather warning Victoria today and severe weather warning Victoria tomorrow, use their interactive map. For severe weather warning South Australia today or severe weather warning NSW today map, the Bureau’s site updates in real time. You can also check our Weather Warning page and Weather Radar for live tracking.
How long do severe weather warnings last?
Most warnings cover a 6 to 24-hour period. The Bureau updates them as conditions change, so check the live ranking above or the BOM site for expiry times.
What is the difference between a severe thunderstorm warning and a severe weather warning?
A severe thunderstorm warning is for individual storms with damaging winds, hail, or heavy rain. A severe weather warning covers broader, longer-lasting events like east coast lows or tropical cyclones affecting multiple regions.
Can I get severe weather warnings for tomorrow?
Yes, the Bureau issues outlooks up to 7 days ahead. For severe weather warning Victoria tomorrow or severe weather warning South Australia today, check the BOM forecast page or our Australia weather hub.