‘Destructive winds, heavy rain, tornadoes’: Monster storm bearing down on WA
A severe weather warning has been issued for parts of Western Australia as a powerful storm approaches. The storm is expected to bring destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and the possibility of tornadoes. Residents are advised to prepare for potential property damage and power outages starting Saturday evening.
- ▪The severe weather warning covers areas from Kalbarri in the north to the south-west of WA.
- ▪Damaging winds and thunderstorms are expected to begin on Saturday evening, with the strongest winds impacting the south-west on Sunday evening.
- ▪Waves up to 8 meters are anticipated, along with risks of coastal erosion and inundation of low-lying areas.
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