Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Pilbara and Gascoyne districts.

Issued at 5:03 am Friday, 27 March 2026.

Damaging wind gusts possible this morning with showers and thunderstorms around the periphery of Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle.

Weather Situation: Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is currently approaching Northwest Cape in the far western Pilbara and is currently shifting onto a southerly track. Fast moving rainbands on the far eastern flank of the system may produce gusty conditions over the central Pilbara coast and inland during this morning.

DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible in the warning area this morning associated with bands of showers and thunderstorms around the system. Gusty conditions are likely to shift southward throughout the day as the system tracks towards the south.

A Tropical Cyclone Advice remains in place for Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle. A Flood Watch is also current. Refer to www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for the latest information.

Locations which may be affected include Karratha, Dampier, Nanutarra, Millstream, Roebourne and Wickham.

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.