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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Southern Focus Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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A severe weather warning is issued by the Bureau of Meteorology when hazardous weather—such as damaging winds, heavy rain, or dangerous surf—is expected to impact a region within hours. An active national alert is displayed in the live ranking above, which shows current warnings ranked by severity and location.
What does a severe weather warning mean for your area?
A warning signals that dangerous conditions are imminent or occurring. It typically covers damaging winds (above 90 km/h), heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding, abnormally high tides, or large hailstones. Each warning includes an affected region map and specific threat details. The live ranking above updates automatically as new warnings are issued or cancelled.
How should you prepare when a warning is current?
Check the official forecast and warning map for your district immediately. Secure loose outdoor items, park vehicles under cover, and avoid driving through floodwaters. Stay indoors away from windows during severe wind. The live ranking above helps you prioritise which warnings need urgent action—for a super storm warning for qld today, for example, prepare for intense rain and wind.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a severe weather warning and a storm warning?
A severe weather warning covers broad hazards like damaging winds, heavy rain, or surf. A storm warning is a specific alert for thunderstorms with lightning, large hail, or tornadoes. Both are issued by BOM.
Will a severe weather warning victoria today map show the exact path?
Yes. BOM provides a detailed map showing the warned area, usually a shaded polygon. You can view it on the BOM website or the live ranking above. It does not show an exact street-level path, but covers the broad zone under threat.
How often are severe weather warnings updated?
Warnings are updated as new data arrives, typically every 3–6 hours, but more frequently during fast-moving events. The live ranking above refreshes automatically with the latest alerts.
Sources
Related pages: Australia weather hub, Weather Warning, Nsw Severe Weather, Victoria Severe Weather Warning, Weather Radar, Adelaide Weather Warnings.