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Sat 08:53 ACDT

Severe Thunderstorm Warning (Heavy Rainfall) for parts of West Coast, Eastern Eyre Peninsula and North West Pastoral districts

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology South Australia TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall for parts of West Coast, Eastern Eyre Peninsula and North West Pastoral districts. Issued at 8:53 am Saturday, 24 October 2026. A line of severe thunderstorms moving east continues to produce areas of heavy rainfall. Weather Situation A line of thunderstorms has developed to the northeast of Ceduna. The storms are moving slowly to the east and may persist throughout the morning. HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas: West Coast, Eastern Eyre Peninsula and North West Pastoral 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 Kimba. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while storms are nearby. The next warning is due to be issued by 11:55 am. Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.