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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Down Under Brief 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 an official alert from the Bureau of Meteorology when conditions like damaging winds, heavy rain or large hail threaten life or property. Across Australia today several states face active warnings – from super storm warning for Qld today to storm warning Melbourne today – with the live ranking above showing the highest‑risk areas.
Where are warnings current right now?
Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia all have active severe weather warnings this afternoon. A severe weather warning NSW today map highlights the Northern Rivers and Hunter regions, while a severe weather warning Victoria today map covers central and eastern districts. The live ranking above can help you track the most intense systems in real time.
What should you do when a warning is issued?
If a severe weather warning is active for your area, seek shelter immediately. Avoid flooded roads, secure loose objects and stay tuned to local radio or the BOM app. A severe weather warning South Australia today, for example, may require moving livestock to high ground. For radar imagery, check our Weather Radar page.
What’s the difference between a severe thunderstorm warning and a severe weather warning?
Severe thunderstorm warnings are localised, issued for individual storms with imminent threats of large hail, damaging wind or tornadoes. Severe weather warnings cover broader areas and large‑scale systems such as east coast lows or monsoon troughs.
How often are warnings updated?
The BOM updates warnings as new data arrives, typically every one to three hours while a system is active. Check the live ranking above for the latest changes and refer to our Victoria Severe Weather Warning page for detailed local maps.
Can I get warnings for tomorrow?
Yes – the BOM issues severe weather warnings for the next 24 hours, with outlooks extending further. A severe weather warning Victoria tomorrow, for instance, may be issued by late afternoon if a front is approaching.
Sources
- Bureau of Meteorology
- Weatherzone
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