Photographs of the aftermath reveal damaged roofs, fallen trees blocking roads, and structural destruction across the affected neighborhoods.

A tornado struck the City Beach area of Perth on July 23, 2025, causing extensive damage to homes, uprooting trees, and flooding parts of the community, with the event continuing into the evening of July 24.

The tornado, which may have formed off the coast, was captured in video footage showing a funnel-like cloud, though the Bureau of Meteorology has yet to officially confirm its classification.

Damage included multi-million dollar properties losing roofs, garages caving in, and debris filling yards, with residents describing scenes of chaos and destruction.

Senior Meteorologist Miriam Bradbury noted that while the community observed a funnel-like cloud, further assessment is needed to determine if it was a tornado or another weather phenomenon.

Eyewitness accounts, such as that of John Major, highlighted the severity of the storm, with debris nearly striking residents and trees falling in their yards.

Residents reported chaotic scenes, with furniture and debris scattered, and some homes, like one on Kalari Drive, losing roofs while people were inside, forcing them to seek temporary shelter.

Heavy rains accompanied the storm, with rainfall reaching 20.2mm in Swanbourne and wind gusts up to 76 km/h at Rottnest Island, contributing to the overall severity.

Authorities issued a strong wind warning for Perth and reported flooding in areas such as the Causeway, as the storm system caused widespread disruption.

The storm system caused significant damage across Perth, with reports of uprooted trees, flash flooding, and ongoing adverse weather conditions.

By early morning on July 24, South Perth recorded 71 millimeters of rain, and temperatures in Perth hovered around 14°C with continued showers and the possibility of small hail.

The State Emergency Service was deployed to assist with securing damaged properties and managing the storm's aftermath, highlighting the response to this severe weather event.