Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Pilbara district.

Issued at 6:11 pm Thursday, 26 March 2026.

Damaging wind gusts possible tonight with showers and thunderstorms around Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle.

Weather Situation: Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is currently located offshore of the Pilbara and will maintain a southwesterly track as it approaches the Northwest Cape this evening. Fast moving rainbands on the far eastern flank of the system are likely to produce damaging gusts over the central Pilbara tonight.

DAMAGING WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are possible west of Port Hedland this evening associated with bands of showers and thunderstorms around the system. Gusty conditions are likely to shift west throughout the night as the system tracks towards the southwest.

A Tropical Cyclone Advice remains in place for Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle. A Flood Watch is also current. Refer to www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for the latest information.

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.