Source: Bureau of Meteorology

Issued at 12:39 pm WST on Tuesday 5 March 2024

Flood Watch Number: 4

ISOLATED FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE SALT LAKE AND NULLARBOR DISTRICT RIVERS AND SANDY DESERT FROM TUESDAY

Heavy rain with showers and thunderstorms is forecast across the Flood Watch area over the next few days.

Catchments are moderately dry in the Flood Watch area.

Widespread daily rainfall totals between 25 - 50 mm, with isolated totals up to about 60 - 80 mm are forecast for the next few days. Further rain with less daily totals is forecast from Friday onwards..

Significant river, creek, and stream rises are likely with heavy rainfall, with flooding and overland inundation possible across parts of the Flood Watch area.

Many roads, and possibly primary and secondary highways may be affected. Some communities and homesteads may become isolated. Check road conditions before travelling.

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Nullarbor District Rivers
(East of Eyre)

Salt Lakes District Rivers
(East of Leonora)

Sandy Desert

This flood watch is available by dialling 1300 659 213. For more information on the Flood Watch Service visit http://www.bom.gov.au/water/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml
Flood Safety Advice:

DFES advises people and communities to be aware that flooding is possible and be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock. Watch water levels. Travellers need to be aware that road conditions may be adversely affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.

Community information is available from DFES at www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

Current river levels are available from Department of Water and Environmental Regulation at www.water.wa.gov.au/maps-and-data/monitoring/river-level-monitoring

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