Perth, South West brace for storm

Perth and the South West has been warned to brace for severe weather tonight. Source: News Limited

PERTH and the South West should brace for a storm overnight and tomorrow, which may bring destructive winds of more than 100km/h.

A cold front is expected to bring strong winds and rainfall to the south west coast overnight, prompting a severe weather warning.

The Bureau of Meteorology issued the warning, which says a cold front will move over the south west this evening and cover the south west land division tomorrow morning.

"Thunderstorms and showers associated with the front may bring damaging winds up to 100 kilometres per hour and could cause damage to homes and property," the alert states.

"Heavy rainfall may also bring localised flooding."

The alert includes people between the Perth metropolitan area, Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton, Margaret River, Albany, Katanning, Narrogin, York and surrounding areas.

The warning issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services says the weather is typical for this time of the year, but warned winds may cause damage to property and make roads dangerous to drive on.

DFES advises residents to store or weigh down loose objects which could be picked up and thrown by strong winds, make sure pets and animals are in a safe area and move vehicles under cover.

"Residents should also unplug electrical appliances and avoid using landline telephones if there is lightning," it states.

"Construction workers should store loose building material and tie down sheds while boat owners should securely moor their boats.

"(People should) also ensure they have a complete emergency kit, including a battery operated radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit."

If your home is badly damaged by a storm call the State Emergency Service on 132 500.

For the latest weather information visit www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 213.

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