WA weather: Damaging wind expected to hit Albany, Mount Barker, Augusta, Bremer Bay, Walpole and Windy Harbour

A severe weather warning has been issued to residents in the lower South West and Great Southern regions as strong wind gusts and rain batter the area.

The Bureau of Meteorology issued the warning just after 7.30am on Thursday, alerting residents to the incoming wild weather.

“Vigorous westerly flow in the wake of a strong cold front currently moving across south-western WA,” the BOM warning said.

“Gusty, showery conditions are expected over parts of the South West land division.

“Westerly winds with damaging wind gusts of around 90 to 100km/h are possible during Thursday over coastal parts of the far southern districts.”

Locations that may be affected include Albany, Mt Barker, Augusta, Bremer Bay, Walpole and Windy Harbour.

Emergency WA has warned people in those areas to act now and stay safe by following the below:

• Pack away, secure or tie down outdoor furniture, trampolines and other loose items around your home that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds.
• Prepare an emergency kit with a radio that runs off batteries, a torch, spare batteries and a first aid kit.
• Be prepared to stay indoors when the storm hits.

Conditions are expected to ease by Thursday afternoon.

Keep up to date with the latest warnings and advice here.