Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 10:38 am AWST on Saturday 28 March 2026

Flood Watch Number: 11

FLOODING POSSIBLE IN SOUTHERN PARTS OF THE GASCOYNE, CENTRAL AND LOWER WEST CATCHMENTS

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has weakened during Saturday morning, becoming a subtropical low which is currently located in the inland Central West. The system will continue to move rapidly towards the south southeast during the remainder of Saturday, with the risk of heavy rainfall continuing as the system passes through the southern Gascoyne and parts of the South West Land Division.

Catchments are relatively dry across the Flood Watch area. River and creek level rises and areas of flooding may develop from Saturday afternoon. Localised flooding and overland inundation is also possible within the Flood Watch area as well as overland flooding and ponding.

Roads may be affected, and some communities may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Avon River

Swan River

Moore and Hill Rivers

Yarra Yarra Lakes District

Greenough River

Murchison River

Wooramel River

Flood Warnings are current for the Gascoyne and Lyndon-Minilya catchments. A Severe Weather Warning is current for parts of the Flood Watch area.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood
Safety Advice:

Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au/.

For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

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