For SES response in floods and storms, contact 132 500.
If the situation is life-threatening, contact 000.
Have you taken any photos of the storm? Email them to alice.dempster@fairfaxmedia.com.au for inclusion in the statewide gallery.
South Australian Police Commissioner Grant Stevens has acknowledged the work done by a range of people this week as the state was confronted with a power and weather emergency.
Mr Stevens said both events combined to have an impact on our emergency services resources and wider community.
He acknowledged the work done by emergency service personnel along with the contribution of support agencies and some private sector organisations who come to the fore.
He also thanked the community for the way in which they have responded to the situation.
Barossa Valley
7.02pm: Flooding is occuring in Gawler and surrounding areas, according to the SES.
Suburbs which may be impacted include Gawler, Hillier, Gawler River, Angle Vale, Penfield Gardens, Two Wells, Lewiston, Virginia, Port Gawler and Buckland Park.
Water levels are continually rising in the Gawler River and flooding is already occurring. There is a possibility that flooding may worsen overnight and into the early hours of Saturday morning if the river breaks its banks or levees fail.
Those who live or work in these areas, are urged to put their Emergency Flood Plan into action.
Move items of value to a safe place. If your plan is to leave, if you require time to leave or if you are not prepared, you should consider leaving now.
6.52pm: The wet weather has upset long weekend plans for many, but few can say it has turned what is supposed to be the best day of their life upside down.
Rowena Willson was due to marry her partner, Daniel McCall, outdoors at her sister Madeline Hennessy’s property off Research Road in Nuriootpa on Saturday in front of 110 guests.
4.19pm: SouthLink and LinkSA are unable to provide bus services to the townships of Gawler and Willaston as the Gawler River has burst its banks.
Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions, adhere to warning signs and do not drive through floodwater.
3.44pm: The State Emergency Service advises that flooding as a result of heavy rain yesterday has stabilised in Lyndoch and the surrounding areas.
Flooding impacting the area around the Gilbert River is also stabilising, including Saddleworth, Tarlee, Manoora, Stockport and Riverton townships.
Although flood waters are no longer rising, significant amounts of water are still present which may threaten the safety of residents.
Those who live or travel through these areas are urged to stay alert and continue to monitor local radio for updates on the situation.
1.06pm: Like a wall of sandbags prepared for the incoming chaos, a number of Gawler businesses stood together and helped one another out in the frantic scenes of Wednesday night’s storm.
1pm: Amazing footage is emerging from Barossa Valley residents and businesses of their experience in the storms.
12.48pm: The State Emergency Service has advised that significant flooding is expected to impact Gawler and surrounding areas which will threaten residents’ safety.
Suburbs which may be impacted include Hillier, Gawler River, Angle Vale, Penfield Gardens, Two Wells,Lewiston, Virginia, Port Gawler and Buckland Park.
Water levels are continually rising in the Gawler River and flooding is occurring. The river is expected to break its banks on Friday.
The SES is encouraging people in the areas to check and action their Emergency Flood Plan and prepare their families for flooding.
Move items of value to a safe place. If your plan is to leave, if you require time to leave or if you are not prepared, you should consider leaving now.
Only leave if you are certain that the path is clear to a safer place.
12.35pm: The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a major flood warning for the Gawler River Catchment, including the North Para River, South Para River and Gawler River.
Moderate to Major flooding is occurring along the North Para River, South Para River and the Gawler River at Gawler Township.
Moderate to Major flooding will continue during Friday, September 30, and into Saturday, October 1.
Rainfall of 60 to 100mm has been recorded in the Gawler catchment since Wednesday, September 28. Rain of 10-15mm is possible during Friday.
- North Para above Nuriootpa: Minor flooding is occurring along the North Para above Nuriootpa. The North Para River at Nuriootpa is currently at 2.63 metres and falling. The North Para River at Nuriootpa has fallen below the moderate flood level (2.90 m) Friday morning and will continue to ease throughout Friday.
- North Para between Nuriootpa and Turretfield Dam: Major flooding is occurring along the North Para between Nuriootpa and Turretfield Dam. The North Para River at Yaldara peaked at 4.00 metres around 08:00 am Friday 30 September and is currently at 3.9 metres and steady. The North Para River at Yaldara will fall below the major flood level (3.80 metres) by noon Friday and will continue to ease throughout Friday. The North Para River at Turretfield Dam is currently at 78.07 metres and rising. A minor peak is expected in the North Para River at Turretfield Dam around 5pm Friday.
- South Para above South East Gawler: The South Para reservoir is spilling. Major flooding is occurring along the South Para above South East Gawler. The South Para River at South Para Reservoir is expected to remain above the major flood level (29.60 metres) during Friday.
- Gawler Township: Major flooding in the Gawler River is occurring along the Gawler Township. The Gawler River at Gawler West will remain above the major flood level (7.30 metres) during Friday.
- Gawler River: Moderate to Major flooding is likely along the Gawler River. The Gawler River at Heaslip Road may reach the Major flood level (8.50 m) late Friday afternoon, but is likely to reach Moderate flood level (7.0 metres) by mid afternoon. Moderate to Major flooding is likely in the Gawler River at Virginia.
The next warning is set to be released by emergency services by 3.30pm Friday.
12.12pm: A number of roads remain closed in both metropolitan and regional areas, primarily in the Adelaide Hills, Nuriootpa, Mid-North, and Lower Fleurieu regions.
Full lists of road closures can be found online at traffic.sa.gov.au.
Due to the amount of flooding in regional areas, some bus services in the Barossa will be unable to operate.
11.52am: The State Emergency Service has updated its major flood warning for the Gawler River at Nuriootpa and Virginia.
10.47am: Following major flood warnings for the North Para River and South Para River on Thursday, September 29, residents in Nurioopta awoke on Friday morning to large-scale flooding.
In Nuriootpa, the river peaked at 4.06 metres, which is classed as a major flood, while Lyndoch is underwater and road closures remain in place across the region.
Clare Valley
7.22pm: Some good news: the flood threat from the Auburn dam breach has reduced, according to the SES.
Water levels are reducing but remain higher than normal.
Although the threat to residents’ safety has reduced, they should be aware that some risks are still present. The SES is urging those in the area to take care near flood waters over the next few days.
The SES is also instructing those with properties that have been flooded not to turn electricity back on until it has been checked by a qualified electrician.
Those affected by floodwater should also be aware that household water supply may not be safe.
6.57pm: The SES has advised that there is an elevated flood risk to the township of Port Wakefield due to recent heavy rainfall and increased river flows, which may threaten the safety of residents and their families.
People living or travelling through these areas are urged to stay alert, monitor conditions and stay tuned to your local radio station for updates.
The SES is urging people check and follow Emergency Flood Plans and prepare for flooding in the area. If your plan is to leave, if you require time to leave or if you are not prepared, you should consider leaving now.
4.35pm: The SES advises that the flood threat for the dam burst at Sevenhill in the Mid North has reduced. Water levels are reducing but remain higher than normal.
Although the threat to residents’ safety has reduced, the SES is urging people to be aware that some risks are still present and people should take care in the flood area over the next few days.
1.35pm: The State Emergency Service has advised that flooding as a result of heavy rain yesterday has stabilised in Clare and the surrounding areas.
Although flood waters are no longer rising, significant amounts of water are still present which may threaten the safety of you and your family.
If you live or travel through these areas, stay alert and continue to monitor local radio for updates on the situation.
12.50pm: Since Tuesday, more than 4500 sandbags have been distributed which has resulted in more than 80 tonnes of sand almost being used.
Clare State Emergency Services unit managers have updated Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council and SAAS, with the assistance of CFS, on the current flooding situation in Clare.
12.33pm: The storms and resulting floods are having a big impact on wineries across the state and region.
At Taylors Wines, winery and vineyard staff have been sent home to look after their families and homes, while operations manager Clinton Taylor (third generation) looks after flood maintenance at the winery and vineyard with country fire services until roads to the winery are cleared and reopened.
12.13pm: A number of roads remain closed in both metropolitan and regional areas, primarily in the Adelaide Hills, Nuriootpa, Mid-North, and Lower Fleurieu regions.
Full lists of road closures can be found online at traffic.sa.gov.au.
9.45am: The Clare Valley region has been inundated with rain in the past 24 hours.
- Aside from the flood waters, residents of Blyth are facing a massive clean-up effort after a ‘mini tornado’ tore through the town on Wednesday afternoon.
Iron Triangle
12.12pm: According to SA Police, a number of roads remain closed in both metropolitan and regional areas, primarily in the Adelaide Hills, Nuriootpa, Mid-North, and Lower Fleurieu regions.
Full lists of road closures can be found online at traffic.sa.gov.au.
Due to the amount of flooding in regional areas, some bus services in Port Pirie will be unable to operate.
10.30am: Residents of the seaside town Port Germein have been dealt another blow to their iconic jetty – high water and storm conditions caused thousands of dollars damage on Thursday.
Residents of Port Germein were last night shocked at huge seas which threatened to flood the coastal town.
“I have never seen it like this before,” said resident Denise Jacobsen on Thursday night.
“It is crazy. People in town have said they have never seen it like this in all the time they have lived here.
“Sandbags were to be put near the retaining wall. If it comes over the wall, it will go over the road and start flooding the houses on the esplanade.”
9am: The severe storms to sweep across Port Pirie from Wednesday could cost Nyrstar up to $7 million as its blast furnace is out of action.
West Coast
4.39pm: SA Power Networks has released a statement saying it is working with ElectraNet get power back on in Port Lincoln “as soon as possible”.
2.15pm: Eyre Peninsula emergency service crews are still on deck while power and communication continues to be restored to the region.
Fairfax Media SA has only had intermittent contact with journalists in its Port Lincoln, Cleve and Ceduna offices since Wednesday, September 28. The region has been vastly affected by power outages since Wednesday afternoon.
Emergency service personnel told Eyre Peninsula Tribune journalist Trudi Herde-Rodda, that “triple zero (000) service is intermittent, and likely to fail”.
12.29pm: Meanwhile, SA Power Networks is still working on restoring power to Port Lincoln.
12.25pm: The government is reminding residents that a Port Lincoln relief centre is open to locals affected by storms.
10.30am: SA Premier Jay Weatherill is on his way to Port Lincoln, where power is still out across town, this morning.
Mr Weatherill visited a relief centre which has been set up for those affected by the worst of the power outages and other sites.
Fleurieu Peninsula
2.30pm: The South Australian State Emergency Service (SES) has issued a Flood Watch and Act Message for the Angas and Bremer Rivers after significant rains in the past few days.
Elevated river levels in the Angas and Bremer catchments are threatening Langhorne Creek and Strathalbyn.
Langhorne Creek has been cut off, with parts of Langhorne Creek Road closed. Some roads in Strathalbyn are also closed.
12.14pm: A minor flood warning was released by the SES on Friday morning (September 30).
12.10pm: Some roads remain closed in the Lower Fleurieu region, according to SA Police.
Full lists of road closures can be found online at traffic.sa.gov.au.
Due to the amount of flooding in regional areas, some bus services in Langhorne Creek will be unable to operate.
South East
12.02pm: The South East region of South Australia has escaped from the state’s monster storm relatively unscathed.