Rain and wild winds hit SA

Thousands of properties are without power and the State Emergency Service crews are out in force as strong winds and rain affect southern parts of South Australia.

The SES has responded to more than 100 calls for help in Adelaide, after the overnight winds brought down trees and power lines and caused other damage.

The weather bureau has reissued a severe weather warning, predicting wind gusts of up to 90km/h.

Authorities say thousands of properties in Adelaide and in the state's southeast have lost power.