Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Lower West, Central West and South West districts.

Issued at 10:31 am Saturday, 2 September 2023.

Damaging wind gusts possible from late this evening to early Sunday morning.

Weather Situation: A cold front will strengthen as it moves across southwestern WA overnight tonight into early Sunday morning. Strong to locally damaging wind gusts are possible with the front and for a few hours after its passage, particularly with squally shower activity.

Gusty westerly winds with isolated DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 to 100 km/h are possible over the coast and adjacent inland between Jurien Bay and Bunbury, including Perth, from late this evening into the early hours of Sunday morning.

Conditions are expected to ease well before sunrise on Sunday.

Locations which may be affected include Bunbury, Mandurah, Perth, Jurien Bay, Lancelin and Yanchep.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should:
* If outside find safe shelter away from trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.
* Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
* Unplug electrical appliances and do not use land line telephones if there is lightning.
* If boating, swimming or surfing leave the water.
* Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
* Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
* Assess your home, car and property for damage.
* If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
* If your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.