Close to 25,000 Left Without Power in South-East Queensland and Victorian Regions Following Intense Weather Systems

Approximately twenty-five thousand homes in south-east Queensland were left without power on the start of the week after intense storm systems impacted the area, generating wind gusts hitting 109 kilometers per hour.

Substantial Hailstones and Broad Impact

Residents witnessed giant hailstones reaching sizes of seven centimeters in some areas. Meteorological experts announced that various areas across Queensland had been hit with large hailstones.

This afternoon's storm has severely damaged our network!

Response teams were attempting to repair power throughout the damaged zones, with approximately seventy teams working to manage the extensive power failures.

Victorian Storm Challenges

Meanwhile, around one thousand residents in Victoria also experienced energy failures after the metropolitan area experienced its wettest day in 18 months.

Rescue organizations received 598 calls for help across the state, primarily for building damage but also for downed trees and water accumulation.

Hardest Hit Regions

• The Werribee area - saw significant weather impact
• Hoppers Crossing - various assistance requests
• Wyndham region - over 175 calls for assistance

At the height on yesterday, over 28k power users in Victoria were lacking electricity.

Meteorological Predictions

Damp conditions were predicted to continue along large portions of Queensland's east this next several days as a low-pressure trough continued to draw in moisture against the shoreline.

The following day was predicted as the heaviest precipitation period, with ongoing thunderstorm potential anticipated across multiple regions of both regions.

Health Warning

Public health experts cautioned that there was an greater possibility of weather-related respiratory issues across the northern rural areas, specifically given the current weather patterns.

This warning comes after previous incidents where analogous circumstances led to significant health impacts in the state.