Published on Saturday, 23 March 2019 at 1:55:51 PM
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises that a RED ALERT will be active for Port and South Hedland from 3pm today 23rd March.
The Cyclone is expected to cross the Pilbara Coast Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning as a Category 4 system, bringing severe wind gusts, heavy rain and dangerous tidal levels.
The system has sustained winds near the centre of 195 km/h, with wind gusts up to 270 km/h.
People along the coast are warned of the potential for a very dangerous storm tide, rising significantly above the high tide mark with damaging waves and coastal inundation.
Please ensure you and your family take action on the following:
- Disconnect electrical appliances and turn off gas supply valves
- Go immediately to the strongest, safest part of your house or the building you are in (i.e. internal hallway, bathroom or toilet) or to Hedland’s evacuation centre – the JD Hardie Youth Zone.
- Stay away from doors and windows, and keep them closed and locked
Please stay inside until the ALL CLEAR is given by authorities.
For up to date information please visit emergency.wa.gov.au and bom.gov.au or listen to ABC Radio.
For media information:
Laura Hawes, Manager Marketing Communications and Events
(08) 9158 9365
lhawes@porthedland.wa.gov.au
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