FLOODING POSSIBLE IN WESTERN PARTS OF THE PILBARA, GASCOYNE, CENTRAL AND LOWER WEST COASTAL CATCHMENTS Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is intensifying while moving west southwest over water roughly parallel to the Pilbara coast. On Friday Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to turn to the south with high confidence in a crossing along the west coast overnight Friday into Saturday morning. Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to bring widespread heavy rainfall across the western Pilbara, western Gascoyne and Central West catchments from Thursday, extending south across catchments in the Lower West and Great Southern from Friday. Catchments are relatively dry across the Flood Watch area. River and creek level rises and areas of minor to moderate flooding may develop from Thursday. Localised flooding and overland inundation is also possible within the Flood Watch area as well as prolonged overland flooding and ponding. Roads may be affected, and some communities may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.
- Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
- Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
- Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
- Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
- For local emergency management warnings and advice visit https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/.
* Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous. * Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways. * Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads. * Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed. * For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au/.
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, heavy rain and showers and strong easterly winds are expected during Friday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Central West and Lower West forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
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