Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of West Coast and North West Pastoral districts.

Issued at 4:33 pm Thursday, 29 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms developing about the far west and northwest.

Weather Situation: A moist northerly airstream is combining with an upper trough to lead to severe thunderstorms about the far west and northwest of South Australia today.

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, Amata, Cook and parts of the Great Victoria Desert.

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.