Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of North West Pastoral district.

Issued at 5:03 pm Monday, 12 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms have developed in the far north, near Ernabella.

Weather Situation: A trough located in the north of the state coincides with a warn and unstable environment, which has resulted in the development of severe thunderstorms this afternoon. Severe thunderstorms are moving to the east and southeast and are likely to persist into the early evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Ernabella.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the North East Pastoral district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

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.
* Stay indoors, away from windows, while storms are nearby.