Cancelled Heatwave Warning for Goldfields, Eucla and South Interior Districts from Monday 26 January 2026 to Thursday 29 January 2026.
FLOODING LIKELY ACROSS THE FITZROY, SANDY DESERT, SALT LAKE DISTRICT AND NULLARBOR FROM MONDAY Ex-Tropical Cyclone Luana is forecast to track south and move inland for the next few days, bringing widespread rainfall, with likely heavy rainfall across parts of the Flood Watch area. During Monday across parts of Sandy Desert and Salt Lake District rainfall total of 50 to 100 mm with isolated total of 100 to 150 mm are forecast. As the system moves further South during Tuesday, rainfall totals of 100 to 150 mm with isolated totals of up to 250 mm from storms are forecast across parts of Sandy Desert, Salt Lake District and Nullarbor District. With forecast rainfall, river and creek level rises are expected across the Flood Watch area from Monday. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Hazardous road conditions are expected, check road conditions before travelling. Inland catchments are relatively dry, with the Fitzroy River catchment somewhat wetter.
- 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/.
DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of about 90 km/h are possible near the centre of the system during Monday and Tuesday, particularly in thunderstorms.
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely about the Northern Interior, as well as southern parts of the Kimberley and far eastern Pilbara today before clearing these two districts later this evening. HEAVY RAINFALL will extend further south during Tuesday throughout the South Interior, reaching into eastern Goldfields and northern Eucla in the evening. 6-hourly totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely with 24-hourly totals between 100 and 150 mm.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL may develop through central parts of the South Interior district during Tuesday afternoon and evening, with 6-hour rainfall up to 150 mm and 24 hour rainfall totals approaching 250 mm possible.
Conditions are likely to clear the North Interior district during Tuesday and easing over the South Interior by Wednesday afternoon.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. For more information, refer to [https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts](https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts)
Locations which may be affected include Carnegie, Parnngurr, Telfer and Warburton.DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of about 90 km/h are possible near the centre of the system during Monday and Tuesday, particularly in thunderstorms. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely about the Northern Interior, as well as southern parts of the Kimberley and far eastern Pilbara today before clearing these two districts later this evening. HEAVY RAINFALL will extend further south during Tuesday throughout the South Interior, reaching into eastern Goldfields and northern Eucla in the evening. 6-hourly totals between 60 and 100 mm are likely with 24-hourly totals between 100 and 150 mm. Locally INTENSE RAINFALL may develop through central parts of the South Interior district during Tuesday afternoon and evening, with 6-hour rainfall up to 150 mm and 24 hour rainfall totals approaching 250 mm possible. Conditions are likely to clear the North Interior district during Tuesday and easing over the South Interior by Wednesday afternoon. Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. For more information, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts Locations which may be affected include Carnegie, Parnngurr, Telfer and Warburton.
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.
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