Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Lower West district.

Issued at 12:14 am Sunday, 3 March 2024.

Damaging easterly wind gusts likely along the Darling Escarpment during Sunday morning.

Weather Situation: A high pressure system to the south of Western Australia will direct strong easterly winds into a trough down the west coast during Sunday morning.

Strong easterly winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h are likely along the Darling Escarpment and lee slopes during Sunday morning.

Locations which may be affected include Armadale, Kalamunda and Midland.

96 km/h wind gusts recorded at Gooseberry Hill at 12:05 am.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* If outside find safe shelter away from trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.
* Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
* Unplug electrical appliances and do not use land line telephones if there is lightning.
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
* Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
* Assess your home, car and property for damage.
* If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.