Epidemic Thunderstorm Asthma Forecast HIGH

Mallee and Wimmera districts – Thursday 10 November 2022

The Chief Health Officer has issued an epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast of HIGH Thursday 10 November 2022 for the Mallee and Wimmera districts. This means there is an increased chance of an epidemic thunderstorm asthma event occurring.

Epidemic thunderstorm asthma is where a large number of people suddenly develop asthma symptoms over a short period of time and is thought to be triggered by a unique combination of high pollen levels and a certain type of thunderstorm. The Bureau of Meteorology works closely with the department to forecast the risk of an epidemic thunderstorm asthma event.

Please use this forecast to inform actions relevant to your personal or organisational plans and requirements.

For further information visit

Vic Emergency
Department of Health
Better Health Channel
Asthma – emergency first aid

Health Protection Branch
Public Health Division
Department of Health