Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:58 pm WST on Wednesday 6 March 2024

Flood Watch Number: 5

ISOLATED FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE SALT LAKE AND NULLARBOR DISTRICT RIVERS, SANDY DESERT AND PARTS OF THE PILBARA COAST RIVERS DURING WEDNESDAY

Heavy rain with showers and thunderstorms is forecast across the Flood Watch area over the next few days.

Catchments in the Flood Watch area are becoming more wet with recent rainfall.

Rainfall totals of up to 77 mm were recorded across the Flood Watch area in the 24 hours to 9:00 am Wednesday. River level rises have been observed at some locations within the Flood Watch area.

Widespread daily rainfall totals between 30 - 60 mm, with isolated totals up to about 90 mm are forecast for Wednesday and Thursday. Further rain with less daily totals is forecast from Friday onwards.

Significant river, creek, and stream rises are likely with heavy rainfall, with flooding and overland inundation possible across parts of the Flood Watch area.

Many roads, and possibly primary and secondary highways may be affected. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

De Grey River
Fortescue River
Nullarbor District Rivers
Salt Lakes District Rivers
Sandy Desert

This flood watch is available by dialling 1300 659 213. For more information on the Flood Watch Service visit http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml

Flood Safety Advice:
DFES advises people and communities to be aware that flooding is possible and be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock. Watch water levels. Travellers need to be aware that road conditions may be adversely affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.

Community information is available from DFES at www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

Current river levels are available from Department of Water and Environmental Regulation at www.water.wa.gov.au/maps-and-data/monitoring/river-level-monitoring

Rainfall and River Conditions Map