Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Mid North, Murraylands and Riverland districts.

Issued at 5:23 pm Wednesday, 16 October 2024.

Severe thunderstorm with damaging wind gusts and large hail east of Adelaide.

Weather Situation: A warm and unstable airmass across the eastern half of the state ahead of a trough is leading to a risk of severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Murray Bridge, Gawler, Karoonda and Mannum.

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.
* Stay indoors, away from windows, while storms are nearby.