HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is likely about northern and eastern parts of the state today. Six hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 60 mm are possible about central and eastern parts today.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible in the eastern part of the state. A more localised risk also exists with any thunderstorm elsewhere given the very high moisture levels. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 to 100 mm are possible today.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Whyalla, Renmark, Mount Gambier, Port Augusta and Port Pirie.
58.4 mm was recorded at Yunta in the 6 hours to 4:45 am this morning.
46.2 mm of rainfall was recorded at Naracoorte in the 6 hours to 1:45 pm.
41.4 mm of rainfall was recorded at Cape Jaffa in the 6 hours to 1:29 pm.
51 mm of rainfall was recorded at Robe in the 6 hours to 1:19 pm.
40.8 mm of rainfall was recorded at Snowtown in the 6 hours to 12:00 pm.
Severe Weather Warning
for HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL
Issued at 5:09 am Sunday, 1 March 2026.
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 conditions are severe.
The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am ACDT Sunday.
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.
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