Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Canberra and Queanbeyan.
Issued at 7:01 pm Saturday, 17 February 2024.
Slow-moving severe thunderstorms near Hall.
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 6:55 pm, a severe
thunderstorm likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to
flash flooding was detected near Hall and Gungahlin. This
thunderstorm is slow moving.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest
available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets
indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and
ACT) on 132 500.
17/Feb/2024 08:07 AM