Tropical Low 30U Monitored Northwest of Broome; BOM Issues Forecast Track Map

Alert Details

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre has issued a Forecast Track Map for Tropical Low 30U. The alert was issued at 2:32 pm AWST on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, and is currently in effect for the offshore regions of Western Australia.

Affected Areas

The system is currently located over open waters, approximately 330 kilometres northwest of Broome and 525 kilometres north-northeast of Port Hedland. While the Bureau’s current report indicates no active land-based warning or watch zones, the system’s proximity to the coast is being closely monitored.

What You Should Do

Residents in the Kimberley and Pilbara coastal regions should monitor conditions and stay updated with the latest forecasts from the Bureau of Meteorology. Mariners are advised to consult specific coastal waters and high seas warnings, as this forecast track map is primarily designed for land-based communities.

Expected Conditions

As of 2:00 pm AWST, Tropical Low 30U is exhibiting sustained winds near the centre of 55 kilometres per hour, with wind gusts reaching up to 85 kilometres per hour. The system is moving west-northwest at a speed of 20 kilometres per hour. The Bureau notes that uncertainty in future movement means winds may extend to regions outside the immediate forecast rings.

Timeline

The forecast track for Tropical Low 30U extends 72 hours from the time of issue:

• Wednesday, March 4: The system is expected to maintain tropical low intensity while moving west-northwest.
• Thursday, March 5: Forecast to continue its trajectory further into the offshore waters.
• Friday, March 6 – Saturday, March 7: The system is projected to remain a tropical low through Saturday afternoon.

The next Forecast Track Map is scheduled to be issued by 9:00 pm AWST Wednesday.