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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of North West Pastoral district.

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for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL

For people in parts of North West Pastoral district.

Issued at 6:54 pm Thursday, 1 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms possible through northwestern parts of the state this evening.

Weather Situation: A trough is combining with a moist and unstable environment through the northwest of the state leading to possibly severe thunderstorms this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Ernabella and Amata.

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. * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while storms are nearby.

The next warning is due to be issued by 9:55 pm.

Other warnings may be current.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

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