Tropical Low 30U Forecast to Move West Away from Pilbara Coast; No Land Warnings Issued

Alert Details

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Tropical Cyclone Forecast Track Map for Tropical Low 30U. As of 8:48 am AWST on Saturday, March 7, 2026, the system is classified as a tropical low and is tracking away from the Australian mainland.

Affected Areas

There are currently no warning or watch zones in effect for land-based communities. The system is located approximately 690 kilometers north-northwest of Exmouth and 750 kilometers northwest of Karratha. The Bureau indicates there will be no direct impacts on the Western Australian mainland or island territories.

What You Should Do

While no land-based threats are currently present, the Bureau advises that this product is designed for land-based communities. Mariners in the region should consult coastal waters and high seas warnings for specific marine hazards. Residents are encouraged to monitor future updates via MetEye or the official BOM website.

Expected Conditions

Tropical Low 30U currently maintains sustained winds near the center of 65 kilometers per hour, with wind gusts reaching up to 95 kilometers per hour. While the system is unlikely to strengthen into a tropical cyclone, gales are possible to the north of the center through Sunday morning. The system is forecast to gradually weaken early next week as it moves over waters well to the west of Western Australia.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 8:48 am AWST on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The system is currently moving west-southwest at 13 kilometers per hour. Forecast positions track the system through Tuesday, March 10, by which time it is expected to be located at 19.0S, 100.4E. The next forecast track map is scheduled for issue by 3:00 pm AWST Saturday.