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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Riverland, Murraylands, North East Pastoral, Flinders and Upper South East districts.

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for HEAVY RAINFALL

For people in parts of Riverland, Murraylands, North East Pastoral, Flinders and Upper South East districts.

Issued at 8:32 pm Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms are impacting parts of the far east.

Weather Situation: Scattered showers and thunderstorms over far eastern South Australia this evening near and east of a slow-moving surface trough.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Olary and Loxton.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * 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 11:35 pm Tuesday.

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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