Severe Thunderstorm Warning Cancelled for Kimberley, Pilbara, and North Interior

Alert Details

Type: Severe Thunderstorm Warning (Cancellation)
Issued by: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Effective Time: Issued at 10:35 am Tuesday, 17 February 2026
Alert ID: IDW21033

Affected Areas

The cancellation of the warning applies to residents in the following forecast districts of Western Australia:

• Kimberley
• Pilbara
• North Interior

What You Should Do

While the immediate threat has diminished, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services advises residents to take the following precautions during the cleanup and recovery phase:

• Stay Clear of Water: Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams, and waterways.
• Watch for Hazards: Be alert for fallen trees, damaged buildings, and debris.
• Power Line Safety: Stay away from fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
• Property Assessment: Assess your home, car, and property for damage. Take photographs of any damage for insurance purposes and contact your provider to organize repairs.
• Emergency Assistance: If your property has sustained significant damage, such as a badly damaged roof or flooding, call the SES on 132 500.

Expected Conditions

A weak tropical low is currently located well inland over the far southern Kimberley. Although the system is embedded in a very moist and unstable airmass, thunderstorm activity near this feature has recently weakened. Consequently, the severe thunderstorm warning has been withdrawn.

Timeline

The warning was officially cancelled at 10:35 am on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Residents should continue to monitor local TV and radio broadcasts or check the Bureau of Meteorology website for other current warnings that may remain in effect.