Source: Bureau of Meteorology
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For people in parts of South Interior district.

Issued at 12:46 pm Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms developing through eastern parts of the state this afternoon.

Weather Situation: A surface trough moving through a moist and unstable atmosphere is producing severe thunderstorms through the Southern Interior district this afternoon. Heavy rainfall is possible with these storms, with the chance of large hail and damaging winds becoming possible later in the afternoon.

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 Warburton.

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 there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home.
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
* Slow down and turn your headlights on.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.