A COLD front converging on WA's South West has prompted a flood warning.
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Areas of the South West including Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton, Margaret River and Bridgetown and Greater Southern including Katanning and Albany are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall during Saturday.
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services warned rising streams could cause flooding to develop in the areas mentioned.
In a statement DFES said there was no immediate danger but people needed to keep up to date in case the situation changed.
Road closure information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting mainroads.wa.gov.au
Current river levels are available from Department of Water at water.wa.gov.au
- Prepare to relocate equipment and livestock early so they are not caught in floodwaters.
- Fill your vehicle's fuel tank.
- Watch for changes in water levels so you are ready if you need to relocate.
- Never walk, swim or play in floodwaters, as they are dangerous.
- If you are a traveller do not park or camp adjacent to rivers.
- Floodways and river levels may rise rapidly so be careful at crossings.
- Obey road closure signs and do not drive into water of unknown depth and current.
- Take care on gravel and unsealed roads as they may be slippery and muddy, and you could get bogged.
- Carry extra food and water when travelling in case of long delays at crossings.
- For SES assistance call 132 500.
- In a life threatening situation call 000.
- For the latest flood information call 1300 659 213 or visit www.bom.gov.au/wa/flood.
