Close to 25,000 Experiencing Power in Queensland and Victoria Following Powerful Weather Systems

Nearly 25,000 homes in Queensland's southeast found themselves without power on Monday morning after severe thunderstorms passed over the state, producing strong winds reaching 109km/h.

Large Ice Stones and Extensive Impact

Residents witnessed large ice chunks as large as seven centimeters in particular locations. Meteorological experts confirmed that different parts across the state had been hit with large hailstones.

This afternoon's storm has absolutely smashed our infrastructure!

Utility workers were working to restore electricity service throughout the damaged zones, with dozens of response units activated to manage the extensive power failures.

Southern State's Climate Difficulties

Meanwhile, around 1,000 residents in Victoria also encountered energy failures after the capital city saw its most precipitation in over 500 days.

Emergency response teams responded to 598 requests for assistance across the state, mainly for building damage but also for collapsed vegetation and water accumulation.

Most Affected Locations

• The Werribee area - saw considerable weather impact
• Hoppers Crossing - numerous assistance requests
• Wyndham area - 179 emergency requests

At the height on Sunday, in excess of 28k power users in the state were lacking electricity.

Climate Outlook

Humid circumstances were predicted to continue along significant areas of Queensland's east this coming days as a weather pattern continued to pull in damp air against the shoreline.

Tuesday was forecast to be the most rainy day, with ongoing severe weather risk expected across different parts of both states.

Health Warning

Public health experts cautioned that there was an higher risk of weather-related respiratory issues across the countryside regions, specifically given the ongoing climate situation.

This caution comes after historical occurrences where comparable situations led to significant health impacts in the area.