Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Coastal Hazard Warning
for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF

for parts of South Coastal and South East Coastal districts.

Issued at 4:37 pm Saturday, 21 June 2025.


Damaging Surf possible from this evening. Abnormally High Tides Sunday morning.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is forecast to deepen off the Albany coast today then move east to be just southeast of Esperance Sunday morning. This is expected to bring gusty gale force winds and elevated waves to parts of southern WA.
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
South Coastal and South East Coastal
DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS which may lead to coastal erosion and localised damage to coastal infrastructure is possible between Albany and Bremer Bay this evening, extending to Israelite Bay overnight and peaking between Hopetoun and Cape Le Grand Sunday morning.
Beach conditions in these areas could be DANGEROUS and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas, particularly for southwest facing coasts.
Tides are likely to rise above the normal high tide mark leading to potential flooding of low-lying coastal areas between Hopetoun and Israelite Bay Sunday morning.
These conditions are expected to ease by early afternoon Sunday.
A Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds is also current.
For all the latest warnings, please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings.
Locations which may be affected include Albany, Esperance, Bremer Bay, Israelite Bay and Hopetoun.


The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises:
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Keep away from coastal areas including beaches, tidal rivers, creeks, cliff areas and sand dunes.
* Beach closures may be in place. Follow the advice of local authorities.
* Keep away from flooded drains.
* Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
* If you live in the risk area, be prepared to relocate to a safer place.
* Move furniture and other items up high to avoid water damage.
* Have an evacuation kit ready including medicines, important documents, pet supplies and clothing.
* In a life threatening situation call 000.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AWST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Coastal Hazard Warning
for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF

for parts of South Coastal and South East Coastal districts.

Issued at 4:37 pm Saturday, 21 June 2025.


Damaging Surf possible from this evening. Abnormally High Tides Sunday morning.

Weather Situation
A low pressure system is forecast to deepen off the Albany coast today then move east to be just southeast of Esperance Sunday morning. This is expected to bring gusty gale force winds and elevated waves to parts of southern WA.
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
South Coastal and South East Coastal
DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS which may lead to coastal erosion and localised damage to coastal infrastructure is possible between Albany and Bremer Bay this evening, extending to Israelite Bay overnight and peaking between Hopetoun and Cape Le Grand Sunday morning.
Beach conditions in these areas could be DANGEROUS and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas, particularly for southwest facing coasts.
Tides are likely to rise above the normal high tide mark leading to potential flooding of low-lying coastal areas between Hopetoun and Israelite Bay Sunday morning.
These conditions are expected to ease by early afternoon Sunday.
A Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds is also current.
For all the latest warnings, please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings.
Locations which may be affected include Albany, Esperance, Bremer Bay, Israelite Bay and Hopetoun.


The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises:
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Keep away from coastal areas including beaches, tidal rivers, creeks, cliff areas and sand dunes.
* Beach closures may be in place. Follow the advice of local authorities.
* Keep away from flooded drains.
* Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
* If you live in the risk area, be prepared to relocate to a safer place.
* Move furniture and other items up high to avoid water damage.
* Have an evacuation kit ready including medicines, important documents, pet supplies and clothing.
* In a life threatening situation call 000.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AWST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal forecast districts

Issued at 04:37 PM WST on Saturday 21 June 2025

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, showers and strong westerly winds are expected during Saturday and Sunday. Areas likely to be affected include the South Coastal forecast district and parts of the South West and South East Coastal forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 pm WST Saturday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

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Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds

for parts of South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal districts.

Issued at 4:27 pm Saturday, 21 June 2025.

Damaging winds possible this weekend along coastal parts of the South West Land Division.

Weather Situation
A complex low pressure system developing in waters south of Albany is forecast to bring strong to damaging winds about the southwest of the state throughout the remainder of the weekend.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal
Strong to DAMAGING WINDS averaging 55 to 65 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible about the South West Capes this evening, extending along the south coast to Israelite Bay into Saturday night.
Winds should ease west of about Walpole by Sunday morning, and for the remainder of the warning area by Sunday evening.
This is typical weather for this time of year.
A separate warning for DAMAGING SURF and ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES has also been issued. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings/.
Locations which may be affected include Albany, Esperance, Augusta, Israelite Bay, Walpole and Bremer Bay.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* If outside find safe shelter away from trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.
* Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
* Unplug electrical appliances and do not use land line telephones if there is lightning.
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
* Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
* Assess your home, car and property for damage.
* If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AWST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds

for parts of South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal districts.

Issued at 4:27 pm Saturday, 21 June 2025.

Damaging winds possible this weekend along coastal parts of the South West Land Division.

Weather Situation
A complex low pressure system developing in waters south of Albany is forecast to bring strong to damaging winds about the southwest of the state throughout the remainder of the weekend.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
South West, South Coastal and South East Coastal
Strong to DAMAGING WINDS averaging 55 to 65 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible about the South West Capes this evening, extending along the south coast to Israelite Bay into Saturday night.
Winds should ease west of about Walpole by Sunday morning, and for the remainder of the warning area by Sunday evening.
This is typical weather for this time of year.
A separate warning for DAMAGING SURF and ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES has also been issued. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings/.
Locations which may be affected include Albany, Esperance, Augusta, Israelite Bay, Walpole and Bremer Bay.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* If outside find safe shelter away from trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.
* Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
* Unplug electrical appliances and do not use land line telephones if there is lightning.
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
* Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
* Assess your home, car and property for damage.
* If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AWST Saturday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.