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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Western Australia

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Western Australia

Issued at 12:33 PM WST on Tuesday 16 August 2022
for the period until midnight WST Wednesday 17 August 2022

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 16 August
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Leeuwin Coast and Albany Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Perth Local Waters, Geraldton Coast, Lancelin Coast, Perth Coast, Bunbury Geographe Coast, Esperance Coast and Eucla Coast
Cancellation for the following areas:
Gascoyne Coast

Wind Warnings for Wednesday 17 August
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Geraldton Coast and Lancelin Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Perth Local Waters, Gascoyne Coast, Perth Coast, Leeuwin Coast, Albany Coast, Esperance Coast and Eucla Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:00 pm WST Tuesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Western Australia

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Upper Swan River
Issued at 12:32 PM WST on Tuesday 16 August 2022
Flood Watch Number: 1

MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT WALYUNGA WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON.
Rainfall overnight Monday into Tuesday across the Swan and Avon River catchments, has caused river level rises along the tributaries of the upper Swan River. Minor flooding is likely to develop during Wednesday at Walyunga. No significant flooding is expected further downstream along the Swan River.
No significant rainfall or renewed rises are expected over the catchment area in the next few days.

Swan River upstream of Walyunga:
Minor flooding is likely along the Swan River upstream of Walyunga.
The Swan River at Walyunga is currently at 2.72 metres and rising.
The Swan River at Walyunga is likely to reach the minor flood level (3.50 m) Wednesday afternoon.

Swan River downstream of Walyunga:
No flooding is expected downstream of Walyunga.

Flood Safety Advice:
DFES advises people and communities to be aware that flooding is possible and be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock. Watch water levels. Travellers need to be aware that road conditions may be adversely affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.}
Community information is available from DFES at www.emergency.wa.gov.au
Current river levels are available from Department of Water and Environmental Regulation at www.water.wa.gov.au

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am WST on Wednesday 17 August 2022.

Latest River Heights:
Brockman River at Tanamerah,1.40,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Brockman River at Yalliawirra,1.39,Rising,11:00 AM TUE 16/08/22
Wooroloo Brook at Karls Ranch,1.09,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Swan River at Walyunga,2.72,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Ellen Brook at Railway Parade,0.90,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Darkin River at Pine Plantation,0.49,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Helene River at Poison Lease,0.83,Rising,12:10 PM TUE 16/08/22
Helena Brook at Trew Road,0.64,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Jane Brook at National Park,0.55,Rising,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Swan River at Meadow Street Bridge,0.77,Steady,12:00 PM TUE 16/08/22
Barrack Street Jetty,1.36,Steady,12:15 PM TUE 16/08/22

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/wa/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/wa/forecasts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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Cancellation Of Severe Weather Warning

for Gascoyne, Central West, Lower West, Great Southern and Central Wheat Belt districts.

Issued at 10:40 am Tuesday, 16 August 2022.

Threat of widespread heavy rainfall has ended.

Weather Situation
A cold front and associated rain band is moving across the west of the state and will progress further eastwards into inland WA during today. Moisture levels are decreasing across the previous warning area as the front moves further inland.
cancellation of severe weather warning for the following areas:
Gascoyne, Central West, Lower West, Great Southern and Central Wheat Belt
The threat of widespread heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding has passed. The situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued if necessary.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* 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 132500.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
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.