Terrifying 500km-long super storm bringing 'cyclone-like' conditions lashes Australia's east coast
4 years ago

Terrifying 500km-long super storm bringing 'cyclone-like' conditions lashes Australia's east coast

Daily Mail  

Wild weather conditions have continued to lash Australia's eastern seaboard, with cyclonic winds and damaging surf wreaking havoc for coastal communities and a famous beach in Byron Bay disappearing due to erosion. Pictured: Byron Bay's Main Beach is swallowed by the storm on Sunday Coastal shrubs are dragged into the rising surf in Byron Bay, with sand bags proving ineffective in the dangerous conditions Locals assess the damage on Main Beach as the growing surf and king tide continues to erode sand along the shoreline Byron residents are bracing for more damage with another king tide at 8.30am Monday following the peak of the swell on Sunday night. ‹ Slide me › The storm has caused extensive damage to the shore line at Main Beach, with coastal residents and business owners bracing for more adversity with king tides due on Monday Storm surf and king tides have caused large scale erosion, with beaches along Byron Bay disappearing into the rising waters A man braves the adverse weather conditions to check the waves at Byron Bay's Main Beach on Monday Byron local Amelia said she'd never seen the water level reach so high. A resident under an umbrella stands on sand bags at Clarke's Beach in Byron Bay before a king tide took hold of the beach on Sunday ‹ Slide me › The Wilson River in Lismore has been inundated with rising flood waters, with the river banks bursting over the River Walkway at the Lismore Canoe Club on Monday The SES said heavy rainfall over Leycester Creek and the Wilsons River at Lismore is likely to reach the minor flood level around midday on Monday with roads and low lying farm land and rural properties most likely to be inundated with flood waters.

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Warmest waters on Earth help fuel another weekend thunderstorm outbreak from Brisbane to Melbourne
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Warmest waters on Earth help fuel another weekend thunderstorm outbreak from Brisbane to Melbourne

ABC  

Australia is collectively sweating through an unusually muggy start to summer; a weather pattern being partially driven by the warmest waters on the planet off our tropical coastline. Flash flood risk from Melbourne to central NSW The hot, humid conditions prevailing across much of Australia are the perfect set-up for thunderstorms, and development is likely today in a broad band …

Severe thunderstorms forecast to hit south-eastern Australia as hot and humid weather takes hold
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Severe thunderstorms forecast to hit south-eastern Australia as hot and humid weather takes hold

ABC  

Thunderstorms are likely to hit Australia's south-east over the weekend as "very humid" weather normally felt in the Far North takes hold, the Bureau of Meteorology warns. Senior meteorologist Angus Hines said thunderstorms would develop on Friday afternoon in Victoria and northern Tasmania, as well as large parts of South Australia and New South Wales. Mr Hines said severe thunderstorms …

Extreme weather warning for Australia over the next three days
3 weeks ago

Extreme weather warning for Australia over the next three days

Daily Mail  

Extreme heat will continue to bake swathes of Australia as cold and wet fronts bring a soaking to the other side of the country. Severe thunderstorms and an incoming rain bomb are set to sweep the entire east coast, stretching all the way from Victoria through New South Wales, Queensland and up into northern Australia, according to the Bureau of …

Towns smashed by extreme weather
1 month, 1 week ago

Towns smashed by extreme weather

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: A small town in north-west New South Wales has lost three commercial buildings in wild weather that hit much of the state on Sunday. Sarah Maunder: Locals in Carinda in north-western New South Wales describe the weather event as a mini-tornado. Sarah Maunder: As wild storms hit parts of New South Wales, hot and gusty weather on Saturday …

More storms forecast for south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding
1 month, 2 weeks ago

More storms forecast for south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding

ABC  

Widespread storms are forecast for much of central and eastern Australia after south-east Queenslanders were treated to a spectacular lightning display last night. The Bureau of Meteorology is warning severe storms are likely in south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales, and possible for Western Australia's interior, south-west parts of the Northern Territory and large parts of South Australia. Last …

More storms forecast for south-east and southern Queensland, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

More storms forecast for south-east and southern Queensland, bringing heavy rainfall and risk of flash flooding

ABC  

More storms are forecast for Queensland this week after a string of scorchers ended in a spectacular lightning display in the south-east overnight. Cooler conditions will be a relief after last week's intense heatwave but could bring heavy rainfall and storms as early as Monday afternoon, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. "We do see the storm risk continue mid-to-late …

Temperatures soar across eastern Australia as fire crews battle blazes in southern Queensland
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Temperatures soar across eastern Australia as fire crews battle blazes in southern Queensland

ABC  

Temperatures are pushing into the forties in the eastern states as the focus shifts to an "extensive" thunderstorm risk. Those conditions are being driven by a combination of heat, fire danger and storm risk, BOM senior forecaster Miriam Bradbury said. "We're seeing a much broader risk of storms today across much of the east, including all of Victoria, parts of …

Weekend heatwave to strike Australia: What you need to know
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Weekend heatwave to strike Australia: What you need to know

Daily Mail  

Warnings of strong wind gusts for parts of the country Australia has been warned of a heatwave that is set to strike parts of the country over the weekend with a major weather system producing above average temperatures. A high pressure system that is forming across the southern part of the country will unleash a hot air mass across northern …

Australia faces more severe tropical cyclones despite 'average' season forecast, BOM warns
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia faces more severe tropical cyclones despite 'average' season forecast, BOM warns

ABC  

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting an "average" cyclone season across Australia's Top End, but has warned of the potential for more severe storm systems. The 2023/24 season produced six severe tropical cyclones, with Cyclone Jasper causing hundreds of millions of dollars in damage across the Solomon Islands and Far North Queensland. "During an average year, that we're expecting this …

Severe thunderstorms bring hail, damaging winds across south-east Queensland as Bureau of Meteorology predicts wetter, warmer three months ahead
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Severe thunderstorms bring hail, damaging winds across south-east Queensland as Bureau of Meteorology predicts wetter, warmer three months ahead

ABC  

Hail, heavy rain and damaging winds hit parts of south-east Queensland on Tuesday, as the weather bureau forecasts the next three months will be wetter and warmer than average. Severe weather season forecast Senior meteorologist Laura Boekel said Queensland is forecast to have a warmer and wetter than average three months ahead. The warmer than average conditions carry the risk …

Why Australians are being warned to prepare for a very wet summer
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Australians are being warned to prepare for a very wet summer

Daily Mail  

Meteorologists have warned there is a strong chance of La Niña forming ahead of summer and bringing heavy rain and flooding to Australia's east. Weatherzone's Joel Pippard said a 'clear La Niña signal' was emerging in the central Pacific Ocean in the form of a pool of cold water collecting about 150m below the surface. Meteorologists are warning there is …

Temperatures forecast to drop by up to 20 degrees in south-east Australia as icy winds and widespread rain replace warmer weather
3 months ago

Temperatures forecast to drop by up to 20 degrees in south-east Australia as icy winds and widespread rain replace warmer weather

ABC  

A cold polar air mass surging across south-east Australia will drop temperatures by up to 20 degrees Celsius over 24 hours and bring another dump of snow to the ranges later this week. The system will also help a north-west cloudband bring widespread rain to every state and territory, after record September falls across north-west and central Australia over the …

Winds, flooding and a heatwave to hit Australia just days after chilly winter temperatures - what's it like near you?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Winds, flooding and a heatwave to hit Australia just days after chilly winter temperatures - what's it like near you?

Daily Mail  

Australia is in for a weekend of wildly contrasting weather, depending where you are, with winds, flooding and a heatwave just days after an icy blast hit the country. Intense winds battering the south-east of the country are set to continue through the weekend, prompting pleas to stay alert to falling trees and power lines and avoid flood waters. Severe …

Australia's spring weather forecast predicts above average temperatures after unseasonal winter heat
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia's spring weather forecast predicts above average temperatures after unseasonal winter heat

ABC  

It feels like the seasonal switch has already been flicked in the eastern states. "The temperature forecast is more confident, especially over northern Australia where there is a very high chance of above average temperatures," BOM climatologist Zhi-Weng Chua said. Most of tropical Australia and Tasmania are three to four times as likely to be "unusually warm" this spring than …

South-east Australia to bake in near-record heat while cyclone threat returns to north
9 months, 2 weeks ago

South-east Australia to bake in near-record heat while cyclone threat returns to north

ABC  

The calendar has rolled into autumn but Australia's weather still firmly resembles mid-summer, including the most intense autumn heatwave in decades across South Australia and Victoria. As the south-east sweats the country's north will be ducking for cover as a monsoon trough reforms, increasing rain and potentially spawning multiple tropical cyclones during the coming weeks. While March cyclones are common, …

Australians warned to expect fewer but more ferocious cyclones
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Australians warned to expect fewer but more ferocious cyclones

ABC  

Frankie Shovellor lives in "cyclone alley" on Western Australia's northern coast. The Karajarri man said after the widespread destruction ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie rained on the north coast two years ago, Bidyadanga locals started to question life in the alley. "Unlike bushfires which prefer dry weather, cyclones require high moisture levels and high sea-surface temperatures … to form," Dr Lau said. …

BOM says chance of third Queensland cyclone increasing as Kirrily continues to dump rain in north west of state
10 months, 3 weeks ago

BOM says chance of third Queensland cyclone increasing as Kirrily continues to dump rain in north west of state

ABC  

In short: Ex-cyclone Kirrily could bring flash flooding to north-west Queensland, with the likelihood of a third cyclone forming. Mr Clark says it's currently "a long way out to sea", near New Caledonia, and "poses no imminent threat to the Queensland coastline". "It's simply too early to say what impacts that may, if any, have on the Queensland coast," Mr …

Record-breaking rainfall in Far West NSW creates optimal conditions for stargazing
11 months, 1 week ago

Record-breaking rainfall in Far West NSW creates optimal conditions for stargazing

ABC  

Record-breaking rainfall across Far West New South Wales hasn't just brought much-needed water to the outback this month — it's also created optimal conditions for stargazing. Key points: About 85 millimetres of rain fell in Broken Hill last Sunday Rain helps clear particulate matter from the atmosphere, making night skies clearer A meteorologist says clearer, post-rain conditions usually only last …

Tips to keep cool during lingering heatwave as BOM issues severe storm warnings for Qld, NSW
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Tips to keep cool during lingering heatwave as BOM issues severe storm warnings for Qld, NSW

ABC  

Scorching temperatures are hitting communities across the east coast of Australia with even hotter conditions and severe storms expected later on Friday and over the weekend. Key points: Above-average temperatures will persist into next week Rain is predicted but will not do much to ease the heat, the Bureau says Locals are getting creative with how they stay cool while …

Australia tourist towns brace for flash floods as Cyclone Jasper tears through
1 year ago

Australia tourist towns brace for flash floods as Cyclone Jasper tears through

Hindustan Times  

Residents of tourist towns in Australia's northeast on Thursday braced for flash flooding after Tropical Cyclone Jasper tore through the region, uprooting trees, leaving tens of thousands without power, and forcing evacuations and road closures. A tropical cyclone was building strength as it rolled towards northeastern Australia on December 13, with authorities warning "life-threatening" floods could swamp coastal regions for …

Cyclone, heatwaves and flooding dominate Australia's weekend weather of extremes
1 year ago

Cyclone, heatwaves and flooding dominate Australia's weekend weather of extremes

ABC  

Without a doubt the one topic nearly every Australian will discuss this weekend is the weather —from a severe heatwave across New South Wales to intense rain and flooding in South Australia, to Tropical Cyclone Jasper accelerating towards the Queensland coast. However, the change will stall on the Mid North Coast and fail to penetrate the ranges, leading to another …

Wild weather moves into Victoria after wreaking havoc in NSW, Queensland towns in blackout after storm damage
1 year ago

Wild weather moves into Victoria after wreaking havoc in NSW, Queensland towns in blackout after storm damage

ABC  

After dumping hundreds of millimetres of rain across New South Wales and Queensland, severe storms have moved south, where they are forecast to bring up to 200mm to parts of Victoria. Key points: The Bureau of Meteorology is expecting heavy rainfall across parts of Victoria in the coming days The weather system on Wednesday inundated houses in south-east NSW with …

Widespread heavy rain eases drought conditions in Qld, NSW as BOM forecasts more
1 year, 1 month ago

Widespread heavy rain eases drought conditions in Qld, NSW as BOM forecasts more

ABC  

Widespread heavy rain has been falling across some of Australia's most parched regions, "taking the sting" out of intense drought conditions and a degree of the bushfire threat. It means large pockets of Queensland and New South Wales will have received more than 100mm of rain by the end of the week and "some isolated spots well above that", according …

Major storm outbreak over two days threatens Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Hobart
1 year, 1 month ago

Major storm outbreak over two days threatens Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Hobart

ABC  

An explosive outbreak of spring thunderstorms are expected throughout much of eastern Australia over the next 48 hours, in areas including Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Hobart. Key points: Most of Australia will see or hear a thunderstorm in the second half of this week The most significant storm activity is expected across south-eastern parts of NSW There is also a …

Heavy rain along NSW North Coast dampens bushfire threat and brings drought relief
1 year, 1 month ago

Heavy rain along NSW North Coast dampens bushfire threat and brings drought relief

ABC  

Heavy rain has soaked the fire grounds of northern NSW overnight, bringing drought relief and greatly reducing the bushfire threat over the coming weeks. Key points: Some 120 bushfires across NSW have reduced to 108 after the rain Scone was 22 degrees Celsius below the town's maximum on Wednesday This weather is an indication the fire season won't reach the …

Dangerous wind, heavy rain, flooding forecast to hit eastern Australia as intense storm system deepens
1 year, 2 months ago

Dangerous wind, heavy rain, flooding forecast to hit eastern Australia as intense storm system deepens

ABC  

Widespread rain and thunderstorms, carrying the risk of flash flooding, have begun pouring over parts of Victoria and New South Wales, as a low pressure system intensifies over the eastern states. Key points: Flood warnings are in place for parts of southern NSW and eastern Victoria following heavy rain Falls of 10mm to 50mm are forecast for parts of NSW …

Flood and storm threat for southern Australia after record-hot and dry September weather
1 year, 2 months ago

Flood and storm threat for southern Australia after record-hot and dry September weather

ABC  

It's no exaggeration to suggest the prolonged unseasonable run of warm and dry weather is becoming concerning. NSW/ACT The next seven days will bring extreme weather to NSW, including near-record heat, extreme fire dangers, a southerly buster, strong winds, heavy rain and even snow. The change will stall before reaching northern NSW and hot northerly winds will return to the …

Severe storms, large hail possible in Queensland's south-east after early morning deluge
1 year, 8 months ago

Severe storms, large hail possible in Queensland's south-east after early morning deluge

ABC  

Up to 45 millimetres fell within an hour in Queensland's Darling Downs this morning with large hail and damaging winds possibly arriving in the state's south-east this afternoon. Severe storms are possible again this afternoon in the Darling Downs, Granite Belt, South Burnett and south-west including Brisbane and the Gold Coast later this evening. "Even though these cells are moving …

Former tropical cyclone Ellie returns to the NT, bringing heavy rainfall to the territory's south-west
1 year, 11 months ago

Former tropical cyclone Ellie returns to the NT, bringing heavy rainfall to the territory's south-west

ABC  

Former tropical cyclone Ellie has brought heavy rain to south-west Central Australia and restricted access to roads and remote communities after making a return to the Northern Territory over the weekend. Key points: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie crossed back into the NT from WA about midday on Saturday The system brought significant rainfall to the Tanami, Lasseter and Simpson districts in …

‘Relentless parade of cyclones’ to bring rain, renewed flood risk to California
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Relentless parade of cyclones’ to bring rain, renewed flood risk to California

LA Times  

High surf caused by this week’s Pacific storm brought spectators and surfers to Manhattan Beach on Friday. The weather service’s Monterey office issued a flood watch advisory beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday and continuing through Tuesday for areas including San Francisco, Santa Clara, Monterey, Big Sur, the Carmel Valley, San Benito County, Pinnacles National Park, Los Padres National Forest and …

Major floods and wild weather isolate towns across northern Australia as ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie maintains strength
1 year, 11 months ago

Major floods and wild weather isolate towns across northern Australia as ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie maintains strength

ABC  

Roads have turned into rivers, cows are struggling to survive in fast flowing waters and boats have become the only form of transport in parts of the central Kimberley as ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie continues to batter Northern Australia. Key points: A flood warning has been issued for the Fitzroy River and West Kimberley District in WA Ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie is …

Tropical cyclones reached Sydney in the 1950s and they could return
2 years, 1 month ago

Tropical cyclones reached Sydney in the 1950s and they could return

ABC  

NSW could be impacted by destructive tropical cyclones this decade, and it's not because of climate change. While only two cyclones have directly struck NSW since 1974, the state was pounded by a cyclone every two years from the 1940s to the 1970s, many leading to record flood levels and deaths. Tropical cyclones can reach Sydney Studying 27 NSW cyclone …

The monsoon is set to arrive early this year, increasing the threat of more floods and cyclones
2 years, 1 month ago

The monsoon is set to arrive early this year, increasing the threat of more floods and cyclones

ABC  

The annual monsoon is on track for an early arrival this wet season, increasing the risk of flooding and tropical cyclones across northern Australia during the coming weeks. While northern Australia's wet season lasts from October to April, monsoon winds which originate north of the equator only blow intermittently from December to April, arriving as bursts of west-northwesterlies. Heavy rain …

Weather forecast this weekend in Australia: Storms expected in NSW and Victoria, flood warnings
2 years, 1 month ago

Weather forecast this weekend in Australia: Storms expected in NSW and Victoria, flood warnings

Daily Mail  

Weather patterns will be difficult to predict and could even produce tornadoes Forecasters say the atmospheric conditions could result in supercells and hail All the 'ingredients' will be in place for dangerous couple of days of weather Wet weather throws T20 World Cup final at the MCG on Sunday into doubt The weather system will then move across to Victoria, …

Victoria facing urgent tornado warning this week
2 years, 1 month ago

Victoria facing urgent tornado warning this week

Daily Mail  

Victoria is facing an urgent tornado warning with a massive storm system set to wreak havoc in the state's north later this week. Senior forecaster Rohan Smyth from the Bureau of Meteorology said that a low pressure system was likely to cover northern parts of the state in heavy rainfall while threatening the tornado. Senior forecaster Rohan Smyth from the …

Chilly weather sets in across south-east Australia, bringing hail, snow and more rain
2 years, 1 month ago

Chilly weather sets in across south-east Australia, bringing hail, snow and more rain

ABC  

A blast of cold air from Antarctica is moving up the east coast on Tuesday, bringing temperatures usually seen in the depths of winter. Key points: The Antarctic blast has seen snow falling in Victorian and NSW's alpine regions, and there's more expected over the coming day Widespread rainfall is forecast for much of eastern Australia Damaging winds have blown …

Week-long drenching to worsen flood crisis across Australian eastern states
2 years, 2 months ago

Week-long drenching to worsen flood crisis across Australian eastern states

ABC  

A prolonged rain event across eastern Australia is likely to cause flooding rain from central Queensland to Tasmania this week. Key points: Sydney could be hit with more than 50mm of rain during the next seven days This week's rainfall could break October records in parts of eastern Australia Some towns around the source of the Murray-Darling River could be …

BOM forecasts severe thunderstorms as another round of rain heads for already flooded east
2 years, 2 months ago

BOM forecasts severe thunderstorms as another round of rain heads for already flooded east

ABC  

A stormy system is set to bring yet another round of wet weather to the already flooded east. Key points: A convective system is expected to bring more rain in the form of hit and miss storms later this week Storms have the potential to be severe and the rainfall widespread The continued wet weather will exacerbate ongoing flood conditions …

Heavy rain during La Niña triggers floods and evacuations in Australia’s southeast
2 years, 2 months ago

Heavy rain during La Niña triggers floods and evacuations in Australia’s southeast

LA Times  

A woman is rescued from floodwaters in Maribyrnong in northwest Melbourne, Australia, on Friday. “So this has only just started.” Andrews said 4,700 homes were without power, more than the 3,500 that the Victoria State Emergency Service had reported earlier Friday. North of Victoria, moderate to major flooding was occurring along several rivers in inland New South Wales state, home …

Spring weather brings heavy rains, indicators suggest east coast flooding likely this Australian summer
2 years, 2 months ago

Spring weather brings heavy rains, indicators suggest east coast flooding likely this Australian summer

ABC  

This is quickly becoming a year for the record books. Key points: This spring is on track for the top 10 wettest ever October has delivered incredibly high rainfall Flooding likely to hit the east coast of Australia over summer months While the 2020 and 2021 instalments of La Niña broke the south-east drought, the 2022 finale is building to …

BOM says Queensland facing higher risk of early cyclones, severe weather and flooding rain, government 'well prepared'
2 years, 2 months ago

BOM says Queensland facing higher risk of early cyclones, severe weather and flooding rain, government 'well prepared'

ABC  

The Queensland government is yet to release a major review of last summer's flood disaster response as the state begins to see the effects of this season's forecast severe weather. Key points: Queensland faces a higher risk of heavy rain and early cyclones The BOM says this means a higher chance of "widespread flooding" New Queensland residents are urged to …

Sydney beats 1950 rainfall record with 3 wet months to spare
2 years, 2 months ago

Sydney beats 1950 rainfall record with 3 wet months to spare

The Independent  

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More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania
2 years, 2 months ago

More flooding on the way as BOM forecasts heavy rain from Northern Territory to Tasmania

ABC  

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting round after round of rain this week. Key points: Multiple rounds of rain are expected this week and into the weekend Heavy rain is likely to prolong and renew flooding in already sodden catchments Emergency services are urging communities to plan ahead and be prepared Widespread heavy rain is expected all the way from …

BOM's latest outlook signals soggy spring weather for eastern Australia
2 years, 4 months ago

BOM's latest outlook signals soggy spring weather for eastern Australia

ABC  

The Bureau of Meteorology's official outlook suggests we are heading towards a soggy spring for eastern Australia but relatively dry in the west. Key points: In a blow to flood-riddled communities, there is a strong chance of above median rainfall for much of eastern Australia this spring In contrast, spring rain is likely to be average to below average in …

BOM forecasts widespread rain along east coast as dry season rain streams in from Top End
2 years, 5 months ago

BOM forecasts widespread rain along east coast as dry season rain streams in from Top End

ABC  

Australia's east coast is set to receive a drenching this weekend as moisture streaming in from the tropics links up with a weather system from the south. Key points: The weather has been triggered by unseasonable rain across the Top End People in flood-affected regions are advised to be cautious but not concerned The rain is expected to begin in …

Global warming may have worsened series of flood disasters, says Bureau of Meteorology
2 years, 7 months ago

Global warming may have worsened series of flood disasters, says Bureau of Meteorology

ABC  

A perfect storm of factors created conditions for devastating flooding across Queensland and NSW this year and global warming may have made them worse, says the Bureau of Meteorology. Key points: The BOM links floods to a trend of high-intensity rainfall events due to climate change It says more than 50 sites in Queensland and NSW recorded more than a …

Wet autumn outlook for parts of eastern Australia as the BOM predicts above average rainfall
2 years, 8 months ago

Wet autumn outlook for parts of eastern Australia as the BOM predicts above average rainfall

ABC  

For anyone looking for an end to the wet weather soaking Australia's east coast, the news isn't good — above average rainfall is set to continue. Key points: Above median rainfall is likely for northern and eastern Australia between April and June Australia is in its second consecutive La Niña year and a third isn't out of the question While …

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW
2 years, 8 months ago

Weather and flood warnings for southeast Queensland and northeast NSW

Daily Mail  

Southeast Queensland and northeast NSW are again bracing for severe wet weather as a slow-moving and dangerous east coast low hammers the east coast. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a warning on Monday for more heavy rainfall and potentially life-threatening flash floods from Noosa down to the NSW border Channel Seven footage shows flash flooding trapped a man on top …

Southern Queensland braces for potentially severe thunderstorms this weekend, with large hail possible
2 years, 9 months ago

Southern Queensland braces for potentially severe thunderstorms this weekend, with large hail possible

ABC  

Residents of the Darling Downs region are being urged to prepare for a day of fairly active thunderstorms as a trough in Western Queensland deepens and moves east. Key point: Queensland's southern interior has been warned to expect severe thunderstorms, damaging winds and possible hail The bureau has warned residents near the NSW border to keep an eye out for …

The east coast rain and flooding seems endless. Where on Earth is all the water coming from?
2 years, 9 months ago

The east coast rain and flooding seems endless. Where on Earth is all the water coming from?

ABC  

At any one time, Earth's atmosphere holds only about a week's worth of rain. But rainfall and floods have devastated Australia's eastern regions for weeks and more heavy rain is forecast. This research was part of a broader study into where Australia's rain comes from, and what changes moisture supply during both drought and heavy rain. We found most rain …

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