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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for DAMAGING WINDS

For people in parts of Simpson, Lasseter and Tanami districts.

Issued at 4:29 pm Sunday, 11 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms developing about the central NT.

Weather Situation: Northerly winds bring an influx of moisture to the central NT, which combined with instability to the east of a weak surface trough will promote the development of isolated severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours for parts of the Simpson, Lasseter and Tanami districts.

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* secure loose outside objects
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* avoid remaining in the open when storms threaten
* pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears
* avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current
* for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.au

The next warning is due to be issued by 7:30 pm.

Other warnings may be current.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.