IDW28001
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia
Severe Weather Warning
for destructive winds
for people in the Central West, Lower West and South West forecast districts
Issued at 9:42 pm WST on Monday 6 May 2013.
For people in parts of WA southwest of a line from Geraldton to Northam to Walpole. This includes people in, near or between the following towns: Jurien Bay, Augusta, Busselton, Bunbury, Mandurah and the Perth metropolitan area.
Weather Situation
A strong cold front will move over the region during Tuesday evening. During Wednesday a deep low will pass to the south of the state.
The passage of the strong cold front late Tuesday afternoon and evening may cause LOCALISED DANGEROUS GUSTS in excess of 125 kilometres per hour that could cause SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION TO HOMES AND PROPERTY. Thunderstorms and moderate to heavy falls are also possible.
This is typical weather for this time of the year but winds may cause localised damage to property and make road conditions hazardous.
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
- Store or weigh down loose objects such as outdoor furniture.
- Have an emergency kit with a battery operated radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit.
- Ensure pets and animals are in a safe area.
- Move vehicles under cover.
- Boat owners should securely moor their boats.
- Campers should find shelter away from trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.
If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.
The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am WST Tuesday.
This warning is also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's web site at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 213.
The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate this warning being broadcast regularly.