🔗 Share this article Nearly 25,000 Left Without Electricity in Queensland and Victorian Regions Following Intense Storms Approximately 25,000 residences in southeastern Queensland found themselves experiencing outages on the start of the week after intense storm systems swept through the region, producing powerful gusts hitting 109km/h. Substantial Frozen Precipitation and Extensive Destruction Locals observed giant hailstones as large as 7cm in particular locations. Meteorological experts verified that multiple regions across Queensland had been hit with large hailstones. This afternoon's storm has heavily impacted our infrastructure! Emergency crews were attempting to repair power throughout the affected regions, with nearly 70 crews deployed to manage the numerous electricity disruptions. Southern State's Climate Difficulties Meanwhile, approximately 1,000 households in Victoria also experienced electricity disruptions after the metropolitan area recorded its heaviest rainfall in a year and a half. Rescue organizations received 598 emergency reports across the region, mainly for structural issues but also for downed trees and water accumulation. Most Affected Regions The Werribee area - recorded substantial weather impact Hoppers Crossing suburb - multiple emergency calls Wyndham - 179 calls for assistance During the peak on the previous day, in excess of 28k electricity consumers in the state were without power. Climate Outlook Moist weather were predicted to continue along large portions of Queensland's east this next several days as a low-pressure trough continued to pull in damp air against the coastal areas. The following day was expected to become the heaviest precipitation period, with continued severe weather risk anticipated across multiple regions of both regions. Safety Concern Public health experts cautioned that there was an increased chance of weather-related respiratory issues across the state's northern country region, particularly given the current weather patterns. This alert comes after past events where analogous circumstances led to significant health impacts in the state.