Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Flinders, Eastern Eyre Peninsula and Mid North districts.

Issued at 8:41 pm Tuesday, 15 October 2024.

Severe thunderstorms are moving northeast towards the Flinders district..

Weather Situation: A trough over central parts of SA is combining with strong upper winds, supporting the development of severe thunderstorms this evening.

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 Whyalla, Port Pirie, Melrose and Quorn.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Yorke Peninsula district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Secure or put away loose items around your property.
* Move cars under cover or away from trees.
* Keep clear of fallen power lines.
* 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.