Ex-cyclone Mitchell triggers heavy rain, damaging winds and flood warnings across Western Australia

Ex-cyclone Mitchell, now downgraded to a tropical low, made landfall along Western Australia’s coast overnight, bringing heavy rainfall, damaging winds, and renewed flood threats to the region. The Category 2 storm weakened before crossing the coast at 1 am near Shark Bay, approximately 15 kilometers south of Wooramel Roadhouse.

According to 9News website, ahead of landfall, the system lashed parts of Western Australia with heavy rain and damaging winds, producing gusts of 107 km/h at Carnarvon and 85 km/h at Shark Bay, Bureau of Meteorology forecaster Sarah Scully said.



Heavy rainfall totals show 132mm recorded at Gascoyne Junction, while Shark Bay has received 104mm.

Heavy rain continued across the Kimberley, where 122mm was recorded at Mount Winifred.

A severe weather warning remains in force today as the region braces for more heavy rain and strong winds, affecting the Central West, Central Wheatbelt, and parts of the Gascoyne district.

Rainfall of 50–80mm in 24 hours is expected, with isolated falls up to 120mm, while wind gusts may reach 90km/h this morning before easing later in the day. Flash flooding is forecast, with motorists urged to avoid floodwaters.

Authorities are continuing to monitor conditions closely as the severe weather system moves through the region, urging residents to stay informed and follow safety advice.

How to stay safe:

• Stay updated with official weather warnings and emergency alerts.
  
• Avoid driving through floodwaters or on flooded roads.
  
  
• Secure loose items and stay indoors during strong winds.
  
• Keep an emergency kit ready, including food, water, and a charged phone.