Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Penrith, Springwood and Bilpin in NSW
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A severe thunderstorm warning for large hailstones, heavy rainfall and damaging winds has been issued for parts of the Sydney Metropolitan, Central Tablelands and Hunter forecast districts.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- Sydney Metropolitan, Central Tablelands and Hunter, NSW
- Issued
- September 25, 2026
- Issuing authority
- BOM
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Alert Details
Severe Thunderstorm Warning (type: severe_thunderstorm_warning, warning_id: IDN21033) issued by the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) for large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, and damaging winds. Issued at 3:53 pm Friday, 25 September 2026.
Affected Areas
Parts of Metropolitan, Central Tablelands and Hunter Forecast Districts in NSW. Locations which may be affected include Penrith, Springwood and Bilpin. Severe thunderstorms developing west of Parramatta.
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, such as fences. 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. Don't 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 in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Expected Conditions
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds over the next several hours.
Timeline
Issued at 3:53 pm Friday, 25 September 2026. Effective until expiry at 10:53 pm Friday, 25 September 2026. The next warning is due to be issued by 6:55 pm.
Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗
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