Queensland is bracing for a wild day of weather, with severe thunderstorms bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and even hail to large parts of the state.
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued warnings for areas including Gympie, South Burnett, and Cherbourg, saying these regions will bear the brunt of the dangerous conditions.
“The storm is tracking northeast and is expected to hit Wondai and areas north of Kingaroy by late morning, then the northwest of Murgon shortly after,” the BOM reported.
While the severe storms eased by midday, the BOM warned there’s still potential for more storms to redevelop, particularly around South Burnett later in the day.
Earlier this morning, areas like Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley, and Southern Downs experienced a fierce hailstorm as the storm system moved through.
Looking ahead, inland Queensland could see more storms over the coming days, keeping everyone on high alert.
Meanwhile, the cleanup continues in Brisbane and the Gold Coast after an overnight deluge left parts of the region drenched. Some areas recorded 72mm of rain, while strong winds caused damage, prompting more than 20 callouts to emergency services.
It’s not just Queensland dealing with the wet weather. New South Wales has also been hit, with Sydney receiving nearly half a month’s worth of rain in just 24 hours. The rain, which followed a sizzling New Year heatwave, isn’t going anywhere soon. The BOM predicts continued wet weather across NSW and eastern Australia for several days.
Thunderstorms are expected in the Northern Tablelands and Northern Rivers regions, with the risk of heavy rain and severe conditions as the system crawls eastward.
Even Victoria is in the firing line, with moderate thunderstorms forecast for western parts of the state this afternoon and evening. While Mildura swelters at 35°C, Melbourne and Geelong are also feeling the heat, hovering around 31°C today.
It’s a busy week of weather for much of eastern Australia, so it’s best to stay prepared and keep an eye on updates.
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