Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Western Australia TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall for parts of Lower West and South West districts. Issued at 10:23 am Wednesday, 26 August 2026. Heavy rainfall for parts of the South West and Lower West districts today. Weather Situation A slow-moving cold front is producing persistent rain with embedded thunderstorms, which is pushing onshore about coastal areas and parts of the hills today. HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas: Lower West and South West HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible about parts of the South West and Lower West districts today. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 30 and 60 mm are expected, with possible localised falls up to 70 mm. Heavy falls are expected to ease about the southwest early this evening. Locations which may be affected include Bunbury, Mandurah, Collie, Harvey, Dwellingup, Pinjarra and Rockingham. 50.8 mm was recorded at Ravenscliffe in the 5 hours to 12:30am. 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. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AWST Wednesday. 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 Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.