Published on Wednesday, 2 October 2024 at 2:15:08 PM

⚠️ Storm Warning - Monitor Conditions ⚠️

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services has issued a Storm Warning - Monitor Conditions, which is now in effect for parts of Perth Metropolitan, South West, Lower South West, Great Southern, Goldfields Midlands, and Upper Great Southern.

Damaging winds and severe weather are expected from today, Wednesday 2 October 2024 with areas including Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Esperance, Mandurah, Northam, and Perth potentially affected.

What to do:

• Secure or pack away outdoor items that could become hazardous in high winds.
• Prepare an emergency kit with essentials like a battery-powered radio, torch, and first aid kit.
• Trim branches near your home, clear gutters, and secure boats.

Stay informed via Emergency WA at www.emergency.wa.gov.au or call 13 DFES (13 3337). Keep tuned to ABC Local Radio or follow updates on DFES social media.

Stay safe, everyone!

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