WA - Thunderstorms. April 2nd 2010

[Karl Lijnders]

IDW28201
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
for Damaging Winds, Large Hail and Flash Flooding
For people in the northwest Goldfields, Central Wheat Belt and adjacent Great
Southern.
Issued at 10:45 am on Friday 2 April 2010

People are advised that there is a risk of severe thunderstorms during this
afternoon and evening. Storms may be accompanied by very heavy rainfall
conducive to flash flooding, large hail and strong winds that could result in
damage to property.
FESA State Emergency Service [SES] advises people to secure loose items, move
vehicles under cover and stay inside away from windows. If there is lightning
unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones. If caught
outside find shelter away from trees, powerlines, storm water drains and
streams. If driving through heavy rain slow down and turn your lights on or if
visibility becomes low pull over and park until it passes. For SES assistance
call 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.fesa.wa.gov.au

The next warning will be issued by 1:30 pm Friday