After Storm: Cancellation for Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Cancellation of severe thunderstorms warning for parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Cancellation Severe Thunderstorm Warning For people in Goldfields and Central Wheat Belt districts
Time of issue: 11:07 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Cancellation of severe thunderstorms warning for parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
As at the Bureau of Meteorology advises the severe thunderstorms warning for the Lower West district including the Greater Perth area, and the Central West district has been cancelled.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in WA.The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.
WHAT TO DO:
Now the severe thunderstorms has passed, DFES advises you to:
Keep away from flooded drains, rivers,streams and waterways.
Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
Keep clear of fallen powerlines, they are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
Assess your home, car and property for damage.
Check to see if your neighbour needs help.
If damage has occurred, take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
If your home has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.
WEATHER DETAILS:
Bureau of Meteorology advised satellite imagery and radar at 11pm shows thunderstorms over the Central Wheat Belt and Goldfields, but no longer severe.Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in WA.The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
Emergency services have answered more than 153 calls for help since 4:42PM.
The number of calls for help are likely to increase as people wake up
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers respond on a priority basis and people are asked to remain patient.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
No further updates will be issued.
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After Storm: Cancellation for Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to Alert Levels and Weather Details
Time of issue: 09:00 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
If you live in the Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Northam, Paynes Find, Southern Cross and Wongan Hills.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
Cancellation of severe thunderstorms warning for parts of the Perth Metropolitan
As at the Bureau of Meteorology advises the severe thunderstorms warning for the Lower West district including the Greater Perth area, and the Central West district has been cancelled.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer affecting Greater Perth. The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary. A wind gust of 93 km/h was recorded at Ocean Reef at 4:40pm. A wind gust of 80 km/h was recorded at Mt Lawley at 4:56pm.
WHAT TO DO:
Now the severe thunderstorms has passed, DFES advises you to:
Keep away from flooded drains, rivers,streams and waterways.
Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
Keep clear of fallen powerlines, they are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
Assess your home, car and property for damage.
Check to see if your neighbour needs help.
If damage has occurred, take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
If your home has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.
WEATHER DETAILS:
Bureau of Meteorology advised radar at 8:40pm shows severe thunderstorms ongoing within the warning area.Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Northam, Paynes Find, Southern Cross and Wongan Hills.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
Emergency services have answered more than 153 calls for help since 4:42PM.
The number of calls for help are likely to increase as people return home.
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers respond on a priority basis and people are asked to remain patient.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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After Storm: Cancellation for Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to Alert Levels and Weather Details
Time of issue: 06:30 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
If you live in the Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Northam, Paynes Find, Southern Cross and Wongan Hills.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
Cancellation of severe thunderstorms warning for parts of the Perth Metropolitan
As at 25/02/2020 18:05:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advises the severe thunderstorms warning for the Lower West district including the Greater Perth area, and the Central West district has been cancelled.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer affecting Greater Perth. The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary. A wind gust of 93 km/h was recorded at Ocean Reef at 4:40pm. A wind gust of 80 km/h was recorded at Mt Lawley at 4:56pm.
To date, DFES has received minimal calls for assistance.
WHAT TO DO:
Now the severe thunderstorms has passed, DFES advises you to:
Keep away from flooded drains, rivers,streams and waterways.
Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
Keep clear of fallen powerlines, they are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
Assess your home, car and property for damage.
Check to see if your neighbour needs help.
If damage has occurred, take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
If your home has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 18:05:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised a warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Satellite imagery at 6:00pm shows severe thunderstorms ongoing within the warning area. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
Emergency services have received more than 49 calls for help across Perth since 4pm this afternoon.
The number of calls for help are likely to increase as people return home.
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers respond on a priority basis and people are asked to remain patient.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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After Storm: Cancellation for Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to Alert Levels and Weather Details
Time of issue: 06:21 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
If you live in the Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Northam, Paynes Find, Southern Cross and Wongan Hills.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
Cancellation of severe thunderstorms warning for parts of the Perth Metropolitan
As at 25/02/2020 18:05:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advises the severe thunderstorms warning for the Lower West district including the Greater Perth area, and the Central West district has been cancelled.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer affecting Greater Perth. The immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary. A wind gust of 93 km/h was recorded at Ocean Reef at 4:40pm. A wind gust of 80 km/h was recorded at Mt Lawley at 4:56pm.
To date, DFES has received minimal calls for assistance.
WHAT TO DO:
Now the severe thunderstorms has passed, DFES advises you to:
Keep away from flooded drains, rivers,streams and waterways.
Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
Keep clear of fallen powerlines, they are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
Assess your home, car and property for damage.
Check to see if your neighbour needs help.
If damage has occurred, take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
If your home has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 18:05:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised a warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Satellite imagery at 6:00pm shows severe thunderstorms ongoing within the warning area. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
Emergency services have received more than 49 calls for help across Perth since 4pm this afternoon.
The number of calls for help are likely to increase as people return home.
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers respond on a priority basis and people are asked to remain patient.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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Storm - Take Action Now for Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to Weather Details
Time of issue: 05:52 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
If you live in the Greater Perth area including the Lower West, the Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields and Central West districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Perth, Yanchep, Northam, Moora, Merredin and Kalgoorlie.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 17:38:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Garden Island, Kwinana and Cockburn. These thunderstorms are moving towards the south. They are forecast to affect Rockingham, Anketell, Wandi and Wellard by 5:45 pm and Secret Harbour, Hopeland, Keralup and Stake Hill by 6:00 pm. Locations outside the Perth Metropolitan area which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Moora, Northam and Yanchep. Large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds are likely. A warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. A wind gust of 93 km/h was reported at Ocean Reef at 4:40pm. A wind gust of 80 km/h was reported at Mt Lawley at 4:56pm. A wind gust of 126 km/h was recorded at Kalannie at 4:17 pm and 106 km/h at Latham at 4:24 pm. Thunderstorms to the east of the city have weakened. Southeastern suburbs including Armadale, Byford and Jarrahdale may still experience a thunderstorm, but radar suggests that these thunderstorms to the east of Perth City have weakened and are no longer expected to produce severe weather.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
DFES is monitoring the situation.
Emergency services have received more than 21 calls for help across Perth since 4pm this afternoon.
The number of calls for help are likely to increase as people return home.
State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers respond on a priority basis and people are asked to remain patient.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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Storm - Take Action Now for Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to Weather Details
Time of issue: 05:18 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan, Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands
If you live in the Greater Perth area including the Lower West, the Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields and Central West districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Perth, Yanchep, Northam, Moora, Merredin and Kalgoorlie.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 17:10:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Swanbourne, Perth City, Welshpool and Kalamunda. These thunderstorms are moving towards the south. They are forecast to affect Armadale, Fremantle, Henderson, Anketell, Byford, Gosnells, Jandakot and Roleystone by 5:35 pm and Rockingham, Secret Harbour, Jarrahdale, Serpentine, Wellard and Whitby by 6:05 pm. Locations outside the Perth Metropolitan area which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Moora, Northam and Yanchep. A warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. A wind gust of 93 km/h was reported at Ocean Reef at 4:40pm. A wind gust of 80 km/h was reported at Mt Lawley at 4:56pm. A wind gust of 126 km/h was recorded at Kalannie at 4:17 pm and 106 km/h at Latham at 4:24 pm.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
DFES is monitoring the situation.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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Storm - Take Action Now for Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This is a new alert
Time of issue: 04:51 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Perth Metropolitan
If you live in parts of the Greater Perth area you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Joondalup, Ellenbrook and Wangara, Perth City, Ballajura, Hillarys, Scarborough, Stirling, Gosnells, Kalamunda and Midland, Armadale, Fremantle, Henderson, Rockingham, Anketell, Byford, Jandakot, Jarrahdale, Roleystone and Serpentine.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 16:41:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Joondalup, Ellenbrook and Wangara. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Perth City, Ballajura, Hillarys, Scarborough, Stirling, Gosnells, Kalamunda and Midland by 5:10 pm and Armadale, Fremantle, Henderson, Rockingham, Anketell, Byford, Jandakot, Jarrahdale, Roleystone and Serpentine by 5:40 pm. Large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds are likely.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the relevant local government.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
DFES is monitoring the situation.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be issued if further information becomes available.
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Storm - Take Action Now for Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to locations affected and under Weather Situation sections
Time of issue: 04:49 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
If you live in Lower West, Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields and Central West districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Moora, Northam, Perth and Yanchep.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 16:40:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised a warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Satellite imagery at 4.30pm shows severe thunderstorms within the warning area.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Roads have not been closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local shire.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
DFES is monitoring the situation.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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Storm - Take Action Now for Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
Category: Storm
Alert Summary: Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
Content:
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to locations affected and under Weather Situation sections
Time of issue: 03:46 PM
Date of issue: 25 February 2020
Take action with severe thunderstorms coming in parts of the Midwest-Gascoyne, Goldfields-Midlands, Perth Metropolitan
If you live in Central Wheat Belt and parts of Goldfields, Central West and Lower West districts you should take action and stay safe with severe thunderstorms to come.
Locations which may be affected include Kalgoorlie, Merredin, Moora, Northam, Southern Cross and Wongan Hills.
This weather is not unusual for this time of year, but severe weather may occur in some parts of the warning area.
WHAT TO DO:
DFES advises you to:
If outside find safe shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and streams.
Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
Unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning.
If there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
IF DRIVING:
Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
Slow down, turn your lights on and keep a safe distance from other drivers.
Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen powerlines and loose debris.
If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
Take care in areas that have been flooded and be careful driving on gravel roads as surfaces will be slippery and muddy, and vehicles could become bogged.
People are being urged to do what they can to help themselves, if it is safe to do so, before calling the SES for assistance
WEATHER DETAILS:
At 25/02/2020 15:23:00 the Bureau of Meteorology advised a warm and humid air mass is in place over northern parts of the South West Land Division, while a surface trough lies near the west coast. Satellite imagery at 3:15pm shows a severe thunderstorm about 25 km to the southwest of Kalgoorlie, moving northeast towards the town. It is expected to move through within the next 30 to 60 minutes.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Roads have not been closed.
Take extra care on the roads and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the local shire.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING:
DFES is monitoring the situation.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:
If your home has been badly damaged by a storm, call the SES on 132 500
In a life threatening situation call 000
After a storm SES volunteers make temporary repairs to homes that have been badly damaged, such as roofs that have been ripped off or large fallen trees on homes or cars. Please contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, listen to ABC Local Radio or listen to news bulletins.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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