The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This is a new alert.
Time of issue:
11:09 AM
Date of issue:
25 Aug 2026
Storm Advice - PREPARE NOW - parts of the PERTH METROPOLITAN, SOUTH WEST and LOWER SOUTH WEST
A Storm Advice is current for parts of the PERTH METROPOLITAN, SOUTH WEST and LOWER SOUTH WEST.
You need to act now and stay safe with severe weather forecast including heavy rainfall expected from early Wednesday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Bunbury, Mandurah, Collie, Harvey, Dwellingup and Pinjarra.
WHAT TO DO
Pack away, secure or tie down outdoor furniture, trampolines and other loose items around your home that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds.
Prepare an emergency kit with a radio that runs off batteries, a torch, spare batteries and a first aid kit.
Review your plan and make sure everyone in your household knows what to do. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA or in the Emergency WA app.
Trim branches around your home to prevent them falling on your roof or car.
Clear gutters and downpipes so they do not overflow after heavy rain.
Boat owners should securely moor their boats.
STORM DETAILS
At 10:50am on Tuesday 25 August the Bureau of Meteorology advised a slow-moving cold front is expected to produce persistent rain with embedded thunderstorms, which will push onshore about coastal areas and parts of the hills from early Wednesday morning.
Heavy rainfall which may lead to flash flooding is possible about parts of the South West and Lower West districts early on Wednesday morning. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 30 and 60 mm are expected, with possible localised falls up to 70 mm.
Heavy falls are expected to ease during the early evening.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
Roads have not been closed.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map, calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.
WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING
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DFES is monitoring the situation.
KEEP UP TO DATE
During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
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Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.