Warnings

DAMAGING Surf for Central West, Lower West and South West Sun 14 Sep 2025

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
 Western Australia
   
 Coastal Hazard Warning 
 for DAMAGING SURF
 
 for parts of Central West, Lower West and South West districts.
 
 Issued at 9:59 am Sunday, 14 September 2025.
 
 
 Damaging Surf conditions developing Sunday afternoon.
 
 Weather Situation
A strong cold front will move across southwest WA during Sunday, causing strong to gale force winds and large seas.
DAMAGING SURF for the following areas:
Central West, Lower West and South West
DAMAGING SURF CONDITIONS could cause SIGNIFICANT BEACH EROSION between Geraldton and Bunbury, including Perth Local Waters from Sunday afternoon. Waves are expected to reduce below warning thresholds during Monday afternoon.
 A separate Severe Weather Warning is current for DAMAGING WINDS. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings/ for more information.
 Locations which may be affected include Bunbury, Geraldton, Mandurah, Perth, Jurien Bay and Lancelin.

 
 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 5:00 pm AWST Sunday.
 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.