Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North East and East Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 6:34 am Wednesday, 21 February 2024.

Weather Situation:

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include St Helens and Scamander.

31mm has been recorded at St Helens Aerodrome in the 30 minutes to 5:!5am

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Avoid driving, walking or riding through flood waters.
* Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees.
* Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm.
* Beware of fallen trees and powerlines.
* For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.