Damaging winds forecast to hit Gippsland this afternoon
Baw Baw News
By Baw Baw Citizen writers // 15:38, Sunday 5 August 2012
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A SEVERE WEATHER warning has been issued for Gippsland residents.
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting winds peaking at 95km/h will hit parts of West, South West, Central, South and East Gippsland forecast districts this afternoon.
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Winds are expected to average between 55 and 70km/h.
The State Emergency Service advises residents to move vehicles undercover or away from trees, secure loose outdoor items and not to approach fallen power lines.
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