Cyclone Narelle is causing chaos for Perth commuters on Friday afternoon as the category two system hammers WA.<\/p>\n
A fallen tree has forced multiple lanes to be closed on a busy Perth highway.<\/p>\n
The tree came down on Great Eastern Highway eastbound at Bilgoman Road in Hovea, causing heavy congestion in the area.<\/p>\n
Main Roads confirmed at 5.06pm that police are on scene.<\/p>\n
Motorists are urged to drive safely as traffic is heavy in the area.<\/p>\n
Flooding in various locations across the metro area has also forced multiple lane closures to be put in place.<\/p>\n
Main Roads reported at 5.16pm that Cedric Street before Stephenson Road and Great Eastern Highway after Bolton Street are being affected by minor flooding.<\/p>\n
Earlier in Perth\u2019s northern suburbs a crash in Woodvale caused traffic mayhem for commuters.<\/p>\n
The crash, which was reported by Main Roads at 3.55pm, occurred on Wanneroo Road northbound at Ocean Reef.<\/p>\n
Emergency crews and towing services attended the crash before it was cleared by about 4.40pm.<\/p>\n
SAFETY ADVICE FROM MAIN ROADSDrive to the conditionsBe mindful of excess water, flooding and debris on the roads;Tie down loose loads on your travels;Switch headlights on and allow for a safe braking distance;Be patient, merge safely and give way.<\/p>\n
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In today\u2019s episode, an Exmouth local describes the devastating impact of Tropical Cyclone Narelle, while further south in Carnarvon residents brace for impact<\/p>\n
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