Homes in the South West are being warned of severe weather scheduled to hit the region tomorrow.
The bureau of meteorology advises the first significant cold front of the year is expected to affect southwest Western Australia on Saturday.
Homes southwest from Jurien Bay, Southern Cross, Norseman and Israelite Bay are being urged to prepare for the severe weather.
This includes people in Perth metropolitan area, Jurien Bay, York, Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton, Margaret River, Bridgetown, Albany, Katanning, Narrogin, Southern Cross and Esperance.
This is unusual weather that could cause damage to homes and make travel dangerous.
What to do:
- Trim branches around your home to prevent them falling on your roof or car.
- Clear gutters and downpipes so they do not overflow after heavy rain.
- Store or weigh down loose objects around your home or work like outdoor furniture that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds, causing damage or injury.
- Prepare an emergency kit with a battery operated radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit.
- Organise an emergency plan, including a relocation plan for your family and pets in case your home becomes flooded.