Severe weather conditions are currently sweeping the state, warranting a severe weather warning due to damaging winds and a coastal hazard warning for abnormally high tides. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued these warnings across various regions, including Mount Lofty Ranges, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Metropolitan, and others, covering a substantial part of the state.
According to the latest weather updates issued early Tuesday morning, southern areas of South Australia are facing continuing damaging winds. The trough ahead of a complex low in the Bight that affected the area overnight will continue, with a cold front approaching in the morning. This situation is likely to lead to a strong southwest to westerly wind flow across the ranges and exposed coasts by the afternoon.
The warnings detailed possible damaging wind gusts of around 90 km/h, particularly impacting southern Mount Lofty Ranges, extending to coastal areas including Adelaide Metro throughout the morning. These gusts are expected to spread to inland areas in the southeast and around the Flinders Ranges by the afternoon. Although the conditions may begin to ease in the evening, another burst of potentially damaging winds is anticipated to move through the southeast early on Wednesday morning.
Residents in and around Adelaide, including Mount Gambier, Murray Bridge, Kingscote, Naracoorte, and Keith, have been advised to take precautionary measures. The State Emergency Service recommends moving vehicles under cover, securing loose items around properties, and staying indoors, away from windows, during severe conditions.
An abnormally high tide warning is also in effect for parts of Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, and other districts. These conditions are expected to result from a cold front moving over South Australian waters, leading to strong to gale force southwesterly winds and elevated surf. Tides are predicted to rise well above the normal high tide mark, particularly during Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Areas potentially affected by the high tides include Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Port Augusta, Port Pirie, Port Wakefield, and Victor Harbor. The State Emergency Service has highlighted the dangers to swimmers, surfers, and rock fishers, advising them to avoid coastal areas until conditions have improved. Additional precautions include securing moorings for boats and being prepared for possible coastal flooding.
Throughout this severe weather period, a Code Blue is also active, providing critical support for those sleeping rough around the state. Issued for the Lower Eyre Peninsula, Mt Lofty Ranges, and Murraylands, regions under Code Blue alert have services available for those in need. Homeless Connect SA is handling inquiries and directing individuals to suitable services through helplines.
Residents and visitors are urged to stay informed through the Bureau of Meteorology’s website and adhere to all advice from local emergency services. The severe weather is expected to subside by late Wednesday morning or early afternoon.
To read the weather forecast, click here.
To read the Code Blue, click here.
To see additional warnings issued yesterday evening, click here.
To keep up to date, the public can access warnings through TV and radio broadcasts or visit the Bureau’s website.
Emergency assistance related to the storm or flood can be sought from the SES by calling 132 500, while life-threatening emergencies should be reported directly to Triple Zero (000).
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