WA weather: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Bunbury, Busselton, Collie, Dunsborough and Harvey
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Severe thunderstorms are set to smash parts of WA on Monday night, with Emergency WA warning residents to act now to stay safe.
A warning was issued for the South West at 6.59pm, with Bunbury, Busselton, Collie, Dunsborough and Harvey expected to cop heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding.
“A moist airmass and a trough ahead of a cold front is generating severe thunderstorms this evening which are expected to continue into the night,” the Bureau of Meteorology stated.
DFES is monitoring the situation but people in the area should follow the below advice from Emergency WA.
- 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. For more information visit emergency.wa.gov.au/prepare.
- Be prepared to stay indoors when the storm hits.
The next warning is due to be issued by 10:30pm. Click here to see the latest weather warnings for WA.
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