Værmelding for Mount Darnell

Severe Heatwave Warning for the Kimberley, Pilbara and Gascoyne Districts.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Derby, Cape Leveque, Cockatoo Island, Fitzroy Crossing and Lombadina. 115km/h wind gust has been recorded at Fitzroy Crossing at 4:51 pm.Severe Thunderstorm Warningfor DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALLIssued at 5:27 pm Monday, 3 March 2025.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.The next warning is due to be issued by 8:30 pm.Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Department of Fire and Emergency Services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology