Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Channel Country Forecast District.

Issued at 6:51 pm Monday, 8 September 2025.

Severe thunderstorms continuing through the southwest of the state.

Weather Situation: A moist and unstable airmass is producing severe thunderstorms through parts of the southwest of the state this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Birdsville, Ballera, Orientos, Nappa Merrie and Durrie.

117 km/h wind gust was recorded at Birdsville at 6:30pm

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.