Wild weather warning for South West WA

Published on Friday, 31 May 2024 at 2:17:28 PM

🌧️ Weather alert for South West WA 🌧️

Brace yourselves for some wild weather this weekend! Here's what's predicted:

🌬️ Friday:

Morning: Calm start with winds turning northwesterly later.
Afternoon: Possible severe weather warning for damaging winds and heavy rains.

🌩️ Saturday:

Elevated winds across the South West Land Division.
Chance of thunderstorms.
Heavy rainfall up to 45mm, with isolated areas seeing more.
Northerly winds around 40kph.
Possible severe weather warning.

🌧️ Sunday:

Thunderstorms likely.
Winds shifting from north/northwest to southwest throughout the day.
Near gale-force winds along the coast.
Heavy rains up to 40mm.

WHAT TO DO:

- Trim branches around your home to prevent them falling on your roof or car.

- Clear gutters and downpipes so they do not overflow after heavy rain.

- Store or weigh down loose objects around your home or work like outdoor furniture that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds, causing damage or injury.

- Prepare an emergency kit with a battery operated radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit.

- Organise an emergency plan, including a plan to evacuate for your family and pets in case your home becomes flooded.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:

Some roads may be closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au/Home/Map, calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.