Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Gulf Country, Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders and North West Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:28 pm Wednesday, 5 March 2025.

Severe storms have developed in Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders this afternoon.

Weather Situation: A warm and moist airmass is triggering severe storms in Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders this afternoon, moving generally towards the northwest.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Georgetown, Richmond, Forsayth, Einasleigh and Cloney's Creek.

96 km/h wind gust recorded at Richmond Airport at 5:18 pm.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.