Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Penrith and Springwood Areas
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A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury and Sydney areas in NSW, with large hailstones, heavy rainfall and damaging winds detected near Penrith and Springwood.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury and Sydney, NSW
- Issued
- September 25, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
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Alert Details
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning (IDN21035) for large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, and damaging winds. The warning was issued at 3:55 pm Friday, 25 September 2026, and expires at 8:55 pm the same day.
Affected Areas
The alert covers parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury and Sydney areas in NSW. The thunderstorm was detected near Penrith and Springwood at 3:50 pm and is moving northeast. It is forecast to affect Richmond, Windsor and Riverstone by 4:20 pm and Kurrajong and Wilberforce by 4:50 pm.
What You Should Do
Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains. Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised. Report fallen power lines to Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093). Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. Do not walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. If trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if rescue is needed. Stay indoors away from windows and keep children and pets indoors. For emergency help, ring the SES on 132 500.
Expected Conditions
The severe thunderstorm is likely to produce large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, and damaging winds.
Timeline
The warning was issued at 3:55 pm Friday, 25 September 2026. The thunderstorm was detected at 3:50 pm and is forecast to affect listed locations between 4:20 pm and 4:50 pm. The next warning is due by 4:55 pm. The alert expires at 8:55 pm.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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