Blue Alert Issued for Onslow

A blue alert is currently in place for people in or near communities from Roebourne to Ningaloo including Karratha.

Although there is no immediate danger you need to start preparing for cyclonic weather and organise an emergency kit including first aid kit, torch, portable radio food and water.

WHAT TO DO

- Get ready for dangerous weather by preparing your home inside and out.

- Secure boats, caravans, trailers, garden sheds, outdoor furniture, rainwater tanks, LPG bottles, loose material and rubbish around your home and workplace.

- Ensure your emergency kit is complete and check your family knows what to do.

- Check in with friends and neighbours to make sure they’re preparing too.

- Visit DFES for cyclone preparedness information; https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard.../cyclone/prepare

Follow our Disaster Dashboard for up-to-date information; https://dashboard.ashburton.wa.gov.au/