Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Lower West and South West districts.

Issued at 3:01 pm Friday, 16 August 2024.
Heavy falls possible from Geographe Bay to Mandurah on Saturday.

Weather Situation: a cold front will become slow-moving just offshore of the South West coast overnight, with areas of rain and thunderstorms expected to push ashore throughout Saturday morning.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible between Cape Naturaliste and Mandurah during Saturday morning. 6 hourly rainfall totals may reach up to 60 mm in isolated areas. Rainfall is expected to ease in the warning area early on Saturday afternoon.

A low pressure system will deepen over the Southern Ocean close to the WA coast during Sunday. Further warnings are possible for southwest parts of the state. Stay up to date at: http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings/

Locations which may be affected include Bunbury, Busselton, Mandurah, Dunsborough and Harvey.

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.