Source: Bureau of Meteorology
For people in parts of Gulf Country and Northern Goldfields and
Upper Flinders Forecast Districts.
Issued at 7:20 am Wednesday, 5 February 2025.
Isolated heavy falls in the northwest interior are continuing this
morning.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may
lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several
hours. Locations which may be affected include Richmond, Gregory
Springs and Cloney's Creek.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the North West
district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
160mm was recorded at Mundjuro in the 6 hours to 6:00am.
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.
04/Feb/2025 09:29 PM