HEAVY RAIN AND LOCALISED FLOODING EXPECTED IN THE WEST KIMBERLEY, SANDY DESERT AND DE GREY CATCHMENT OVER COMING DAYS Heavy rainfall and localised flooding are expected over the coming days in the West Kimberley, Sandy Desert and De Grey catchment with the highest rainfall totals along coastal and near coastal areas, including Broome and Derby. Further inland heavy rainfall is likely to adversely affect areas where flood impacts are already occurring. A weak tropical low 25U is located over the southwest Kimberley. 25U is likely to remain over land and move west into the Pilbara on Thursday and Friday. Isolated rainfall totals of 30 to 60 mm have been recorded mainly across the coastal fringe of the West Kimberley and Sandy Desert in the 24 hours to 9:00 am Tuesday. Rainfall totals of up to 50 mm have been forecast for the remainder of Tuesday across the West Kimberley and Sandy Desert with the highest totals along the coastal fringe. Rainfall totals over the 48 hours to 9am Thursday for the coastal areas including Broome and Derby are likely to be in the range of 160 to 240 mm, and further inland rainfall totals are likely to be in the range 80 to 120 mm. Higher isolated rainfall totals are possible due to thunderstorm activity. Catchments in the flood watch area are wet due to recent rainfall with elevated river levels and flood impacts occurring in some catchments. Forecast rainfall in the affected catchments is expected to result in river rises, areas of flooding and adversely impact road conditions. Some roads may become impassable and communities linked by roads may become isolated. The situation will be monitored closely and Flood Warnings will be issued as required.
- 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/.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Kiwirrkurra.
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 there is flooding, create your own sandbags by using pillow cases filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home. * If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water. * Do not drive into water of unknown depth and current. * Slow down and turn your headlights on. * Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris. * If it is raining heavily and you cannot see, pull over and park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears.
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