Homes damaged, powerlines down in Bunbury as possible tornado or microburst rips through city
Winds of more than 100 kilometres an hour swept through the South West of WA last night, with damage reported in a suburb of East Bunbury.
www.abc.net.auI can share what I know from recent reporting, but I can’t access live feeds right this moment.
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A significant weather event struck Bunbury, Western Australia, with East Bunbury taking the brunt of the damage. Authorities were assessing whether the event was a tornado or a microburst, and initial reports indicated widespread wind damage and power outages in the area. [source reports around 2026-04-20 to 2026-04-21]
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Power was out to hundreds of properties, and several homes and businesses sustained roof and structural damage, particularly near the Bunbury Forum area. Emergency services received multiple callouts but reported no serious injuries at that time. [source reports around 2026-04-20]
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The Bureau of Meteorology and local authorities continued to investigate to confirm whether a tornado occurred, with radar and damage assessments central to the determination. Official terminology often cited in coverage is “possible tornado” or “tornado or microburst” pending confirmation. [source reports around 2026-04-20]
If you’d like, I can pull in more up-to-date details and official statements from BoM or local councils, or summarize the latest confirmed findings as soon as they’re published. I can also look for any official safety advisories for residents in East Bunbury or repairs and relief resources. Would you like me to do that?