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A severe weather warning is issued by the Bureau of Meteorology when dangerous conditions—like damaging winds, heavy rain, or large hail—are expected to hit your area within hours. We’re tracking active alerts right now, with a super storm warning for qld today and storm warning melbourne today both flagged on the live ranking above.
What does a severe weather warning mean for your area?
These warnings are your cue to act, not just a heads-up. They cover specific threats—flash flooding from intense downpours, gusts strong enough to snap trees, or coastal erosion from monster swells. Check the live ranking above for your region: severe weather warning nsw today and severe weather warning victoria today are both active, with a severe weather warning victoria tomorrow already on the horizon for parts of the south-east.
How to track the latest warnings today
Don’t rely on guesswork. The severe weather warning nsw today map and severe weather warning victoria today map on our Weather Radar page show you exactly where the danger zone sits. For Queensland, keep an eye on Qld Weather Warnings; for Victoria, Geelong Weather Warning has localised updates. If you’re further south, severe weather warning south australia today is also catching a cold front pushing through later.
How long does a severe weather warning stay active?
Most warnings last 2–6 hours, but they can be extended if the system stalls or intensifies. BOM updates them every 30–60 minutes, so check the live ranking above for the latest expiry time.
What’s the difference between a watch and a warning?
A watch means conditions are possible in the next 12–24 hours—stay alert. A warning means they’re imminent or happening now, so move to safety immediately. The ranking above only shows active warnings.
Should I go outside during a severe weather warning?
No. Stay indoors, away from windows, and avoid driving through flooded roads. If you’re in a coastal or storm-prone area, check Hunter Region Extreme Weather for specific shelter advice.