Close to 25,000 Lost Electricity in South-East Queensland and Victoria Following Severe Weather Systems
Around 25,000 homes in southeastern Queensland found themselves lacking electricity on the start of the week after powerful weather events impacted the state, producing strong winds topping 109km/h.
Substantial Frozen Precipitation and Broad Damage
Homeowners witnessed large ice chunks measuring up to seven centimeters in certain regions. Weather authorities confirmed that multiple regions across the state had been hit with substantial ice precipitation.
This afternoon's storm has heavily impacted our network!
Utility workers were attempting to repair power throughout the affected regions, with nearly 70 crews working to handle the numerous electricity disruptions.
Victoria's Storm Challenges
Meanwhile, nearly 1,000 residents in the southern state also encountered electricity disruptions after Melbourne experienced its heaviest rainfall in a year and a half.
State Emergency Services handled 598 requests for assistance across the region, mainly for structural issues but also for downed trees and inundation.
Most Affected Areas
- The Werribee area - saw significant storm damage
- Hoppers Crossing - numerous rescue reports
- Wyndham - 179 help reports
At one point on the previous day, more than 28,000 energy customers in Victoria were lacking electricity.
Weather Forecast
Moist weather were predicted to continue along much of the state's eastern regions this week as a atmospheric system continued to attract humidity against the coast.
Tuesday was expected to become the most rainy day, with persistent severe weather risk anticipated across various areas of both regions.
Health Warning
Health officials warned that there was an increased chance of epidemic thunderstorm asthma across the northern rural areas, specifically given the current weather patterns.
This caution comes after past events where comparable situations led to major medical consequences in the area.
