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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning

for HEAVY RAINFALL

For people in Mount Lofty Ranges and parts of Adelaide Metropolitan, Mid North, Murraylands and Upper South East districts.

Issued at 2:51 pm Sunday, 9 August 2026.

Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms possible.

Weather Situation: A line of showers and thunderstorms may result in areas of heavy rainfall extending from Clare through to parts of the southern Fleurieu Peninsula.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Clare, Gawler and Victor Harbor.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Stay indoors, away from windows, while storms are nearby.

The next warning is due to be issued by 5:55 pm.

If severe thunderstorms develop in the Adelaide Region, a more Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area. 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 State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.