Residents of one Aussie state are being urged to brace for severe weather conditions as a major storm approaches the coast.

Authorities have issued warnings, highlighting potential hazards and advising residents to take necessary precautions.

The looming storm is expected to bring significant disruptions, and the community is encouraged to stay informed and prepared for any emergencies that may arise.


As the sun-kissed shores of Western Australia bask in the warmth of a 29.3 C spring day, residents are urged to brace themselves for a dramatic shift in weather.

A major storm, with the potential to unleash showers, strong winds, and even hail, is set to strike today, October 2.

This prompted authorities to issue a coastal hazard warning for a vast expanse of WA's coastline.


The Department of Fire and Emergency Services has sounded the alarm for communities from parts of the Perth metropolitan region and beyond, including the state’s South West and Mid West.

‘Locations which may be affected include Kalbarri, Geraldton, Jurien bay, Lancelin, Yanchep, Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Margaret River, Augusta and Walpole,’ the department stated.

‘If boating, swimming or surfing, leave the water.’

‘Keep away from coastal areas including beaches, tidal rivers, creeks, cliff areas and sand dunes,’ they added.


Damaging surf conditions could lead to ‘significant’ erosion along the coast, particularly between Kalbarri and Bunbury, including Perth's coastal areas.

The stretch between Cape Naturaliste and Walpole is also at risk, and residents may find some beaches closed as a precaution.

In addition to the coastal hazard alert, the Bureau of Meteorology has issued a separate severe weather warning for the South West Land Division.

Destructive wind gusts reaching up to 125 km/h are forecasted, which could impact locations such as Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Katanning, Mandurah, Manjimup, Margaret River, Merredin, Moora, Mount Barker, Narrogin, Northam, and Perth.


The impending storm is not just a typical cold front; it's expected to be accompanied by a ‘deep low-pressure system and trough’.

‘These systems will continue to track eastwards towards the interior during Thursday,’ the bureau cautioned.

‘This system is expected to be windier than typical and unusual for this time of year.’

For Perth residents, today’s weather is forecasted to be a stark contrast to the sunny days preceding it, with a high chance of showers and temperatures dropping to a top of 18C.

The afternoon and evening could even see small hailstones, adding to the severity of the storm.
Have you experienced severe weather events like this before? What measures do you take to ensure your safety and the protection of your property? Share your tips and experiences in the comments below, and let's help each other stay safe as this storm approaches.