Gale Wind Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Head Office (Bureau National Operations Centre) Final Gale Warning 8 For Western Area Issued at 03:56 AM EST on Sunday 23 August 2026 ================================================================================ Please be aware Wind and wave forecasts are averages. Wind gusts can be 40 per cent stronger than the forecast, and stronger still in squalls and thunderstorms. Maximum waves can be twice the forecast height. ================================================================================ Weather Situation Vigorous flow associated with weakening low 992hPa near 48S095E.. No further warnings will be issued for this event. [close]