 Clare produced extensive flooding that forced the closure of numerous roads , including part of the North West Coastal Highway . It also triggered torrential rains and flooding in southern areas of the country , including Gascoyne and the South @-@ West Land Division . There , 224 mm ( 8 @.@ 8 in ) of rain fell in 24 hours . Additionally , the Greenough River surpassed its banks ; a sandbagging effort prevented the resultant floods from inundating the town of Walkaway . The storm cut off power and left tens of thousands of residents without telephone service . Property damage was generally minor , and no casualties or significant injuries from the storm were reported . The name Clare was retired following its usage in 2006 . 
