December 3rd 2024.
Over the next few days, eastern Australia is expected to experience severe storms and heavy rainfall. According to senior meteorologist Dean Narramore from the Bureau of Meteorology, a band of rain and thunderstorms is currently moving across southern Queensland, inland New South Wales, central and eastern Victoria, and much of Tasmania. And it's not over yet - more wild weather is expected to hit these areas throughout the week.
Narramore warns that this "rainbomb" could bring flash flooding to many parts of the eastern states. He specifically mentions southern Queensland and northern New South Wales as areas that could be at risk. "With those storms, we could see flash flooding, particularly in those regions," he says. "The heavy rainfall rates could also lead to dangerous driving conditions."
In addition to flash flooding, there are other potential hazards associated with these storms. "If you're in country parts of Victoria, north-east New South Wales, or southern Queensland, and you find yourself directly under one of these storms, you could see trees and power lines coming down," Narramore explains. This could lead to power outages and even cause homes, properties, and businesses to flood.
But it's not just these areas that should be on alert. Western and central New South Wales, eastern Victoria, and inland Queensland are also forecasted to be hit with heavy storms and showers this afternoon. The east coast of New South Wales and Canberra can expect more rain as well, though it should clear up by tonight or tomorrow. After that, the high-pressure system will move to the south-east of Australia.
Narramore advises people in north-east New South Wales, southern Queensland, and north-east Victoria to stay vigilant as another round of severe storms is expected in these regions. In fact, some areas could see up to 100mm of rainfall over the next three days, which could result in further flash flooding.
Tasmania is also experiencing heavy rainfall, and Narramore warns that flooding is a possibility in the north-east of the island. He urges everyone in these affected areas to stay informed about the latest forecasts and warnings through the Bureau of Meteorology's website, app, and social media channels. "If the storms become particularly severe, listen to any advice given by emergency services in your area," he adds.
This early summer storm season has already wreaked havoc on Queensland and New South Wales. Flash flooding in Brisbane has left some areas unrecognizable, while Sydney has also experienced severe weather conditions. On the first day of summer, a sudden downpour caused planes to divert, streets to flood, and even ceilings to collapse. It's important to stay updated and prepared as these storms continue to impact eastern Australia.
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