Mother Nature’s storms can bring rain, wind, hail, or lightning, causing chaos.

Even if your home isn’t affected, storms can disrupt life by cutting off access and power. Knowing what to do is your lifeline.

On Day 25, we’ve partnered with the SA State Emergency Service for some helpful storm preparation tips:

🌪️ Secure loose items in your yard.

💧 Clear your gutters, downpipes and drains to prevent blockages.
🌲 Trim trees and branches that could fall on your home or property.
🏠 Fix any damage to your roof.
📃 Check your insurance policy is current and covers you for storm damage.

For more information on preparing for storms, visit ses.sa.gov.au/storm

Many South Australians have been impacted by storms or know someone who has.

On Day 25 the Bureau of Meteorology shares its expert knowledge on storms.

Severe weather can threaten lives and cause significant damage and destruction.

It can bring hazardous weather conditions, such as:

⛈️ Lightning

⚪ Large or giant hail

🌪️ Tornadoes

🌧️ Very heavy rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding.

🏚️ Damaging or destructive winds

🌊 Abnormally high tides

To build your severe weather knowledge and be better prepared when hazardous weather looms, visit: http://www.bom.gov.au/knowyourweather/

Download the BOM Weather app and set up notifications so you know when warnings are issued for your area. This includes warnings of any severe weather: bom.gov.au/app/