The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe weather warning for damaging winds set to impact the southeastern parts of New South Wales. As strong northwesterly winds persist ahead of a significant cold front, the BOM warns of potentially dangerous conditions. The warning, which affects several areas along the Great Dividing Range and southern coastal regions, incorporates wind speeds averaging 55 to 65 km/h, with gusts exceeding 90 km/h expected to develop today and persist into Tuesday.
PHOTO: The alert issued for damaging winds has the potential to bring trees down across the region CREDITS: NSW Cooma-Monaro SES Unit.
Vigorous westerly winds will follow the cold front on Tuesday, broadening the risk of damaging winds. These conditions are anticipated to ease below warning thresholds by Tuesday evening, though residents are advised to remain vigilant until then.
Potential blizzard conditions could develop over the Snowy Mountains district above 1400 metres. In light of these adverse weather conditions, the New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service strongly recommends postponing any trips to the Kosciuszko National Park until further notice.
PHOTO: The Cooma-Monaro SES Unit are on high alert under the warning.
Local authorities are also on alert. The NSW Cooma-Monaro State Emergency Service (SES) Unit specifically highlights areas such as Bredbo, Adaminaby, Nimmitabel, and Numeralla as at risk. A spokesperson from the SES advises residents, “It’s crucial for those in the affected areas to take proper precautions. Secure loose items and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.”
As a precautionary measure, the SES also advises moving vehicles under cover or away from trees and keeping a safe distance of at least 8 metres from fallen power lines or potentially energised objects such as fences.
For emergency assistance during floods and storms, contact the State Emergency Service at 132 500. If your life is in immediate danger – Call triple 000.