Couple in 70s Escape with Minor Injuries as Tree Falls on Car Amid Severe WA Storm
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- A couple in their 70s narrowly escaped serious injury when a tree fell on their car on Bussell Highway in Western Australia's South West during strong winds.
- The region, along with Perth, is bracing for a severe storm with winds over 125 km/h, causing disruptions, power outages, and minor flooding.
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Why It Matters
A severe storm warning has been issued for Western Australia, with strong winds and heavy rain expected.
A couple in their 70s had a lucky escape after a tree fell onto their car on Bussell Highway in Metricup, Western Australia, amid strong winds. The incident occurred around 1:30pm as a severe storm intensifies across the region.
The man was taken to Busselton Health Campus with minor injuries. The storm, predicted to bring winds over 125 km/h, has already caused power outages and minor flooding in Perth.
Despite the weather, the AFL match between West Coast Eagles and Essendon is set to proceed at Perth Stadium.
A yacht was also washed ashore near Quindalup, with its owners rescued yesterday. The region is advised to take shelter due to the risk of falling trees and powerlines.
What to Watch
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Increased emergency service calls due to storm damage
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