Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Goldfields, Eucla and South Interior districts.

Issued at 5:07 am Wednesday, 28 January 2026.

Heavy rainfall and damaging wind gusts to continue over the southeast today.

Weather Situation: Ex Tropical Cyclone Luana is slowly moving towards the south southeast over the South Interior of WA during today. Severe weather is likely in the South Interior this morning before spreading further south as it interacts with an approaching upper trough and cold front.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely throughout the South Interior, eastern Goldfields and northern Eucla. 6-hourly totals between 40 and 70 mm are likely with 24-hourly totals between 70 and 100 mm likely.

DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of about 90 km/h are possible in the South Interior this morning.

INTENSE RAINFALL has eased, while remaining severe weather is likely to ease by this evening.

Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. For more information, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

Locations which may be affected include Forrest, Rawlinna and 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 boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
* Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
* Assess your home, car and property for damage.
* If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.