Western Australia -- Severe Weather Warning -- UPDATE Severe Weather Warning for destructive winds for people in the Lower West, South West and South Coastal forecast districts Issued at 2:23 am WST on Wednesday 11 September 2013. For people in parts of WA southwest of a line from Mandurah to Albany This includes people in, near or between the following towns: Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton, Margaret River, Bridgetown and Albany. Weather Situation A strong cold front will move across southwestern parts of the state early on Wednesday morning, with a low pressure system passing south of the state to lie south of Albany by Wednesday evening. In isolated areas showers and thunderstorms may produce DANGEROUS GUSTS in excess of 125 kilometres per hour which could cause SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION TO HOMES AND PROPERTY. The greatest risk of DANGEROUS GUSTS will occur between midnight and 5am Wednesday morning and from from mid to late Wednesday morning as the low moves to lie south of Albany by Wednesday evening. Strong and squally winds are expected to continue through to Wednesday evening. This is typical weather for this time of year but winds may cause damage to property and make road conditions hazardous. 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. If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500. The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am WST Wednesday
Posted on: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 21:05:31 +0000