Unfortunately, this bout of amazing weather we’ve been having is about to come to a scary end. Four Aussie states are bracing for a five-day stretch of “exceedingly dangerous” weather as a series of punishing cold fronts sweep through.
Here’s what to expect in each region.
Victoria
Victoria is in for a rough ride. The state is facing severe weather warnings, with gusts projected to reach 120 km/h in some areas. This comes after parts of Victoria recorded winds exceeding 150 km/h just this week!
Melbourne can expect showers and temperatures around 19°C, but the real concern is the damaging winds that could impact the region. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued warnings for dangerous surf conditions across most of the Bass Strait, advising people to stay away from the coast until conditions improve.
“Plenty more trees will come toppling down,” warns Meteorologist Rob Sharpe, as damaging winds persist through the weekend and into Monday.
New South Wales
In New South Wales, the State Emergency Service (SES) is “preparing for the worst” as winds could reach up to 125 km/h. A series of cold fronts is pushing through from west to east across the Great Australian Bight, and severe weather warnings are in place across the entire southeastern region, including the ACT.
Dylan Whitelaw from the SES noted that damage similar to what occurred earlier this week is expected, with tiles and windows flying from buildings and roads potentially being closed.
“We’re expecting to see very similar peak gusts that are around 90 km/h, and that might be exceeded in some areas across southeast NSW,” he said, per News.com.au.
Already the SES has responded to over 1,500 incidents this week, including downed trees and damaged properties.
Tasmania
Unfortunately Tasmania is really in for it, with severe weather warnings issued statewide. Winds are expected to average 60-70 km/h, with gusts possibly reaching 100 km/h.
The Bureau of Meteorology says that, “periods of severe weather are likely to persist over Tasmania for the next several days”. Hobart could see temperatures around 14°C, but with damaging winds and up to 15mm of rain, it’s not going to be a pleasant weekend.
Flood watches are also in effect across the state’s western and northern regions. “Rain-softened soil will also increase the risk of falling trees over the next five days, while ongoing heavy rain is likely to cause flooding in some parts of the state, particularly in the north and west,” said Weatherzone meteorologist Ben Domensino per Daily Mail.
South Australia
South Australia is also on high alert. A severe weather alert updated today warns residents across various districts, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and Kangaroo Island, to prepare for damaging winds as a strong cold front sweeps through.
The SES has recommended moving vehicles under cover or away from trees to prevent damage. Winds escalated early Friday morning, and a second front is expected to intensify the situation later tonight. With gusts anticipated to reach 100 km/h, residents are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for potential disruptions.
As this unpredictable weather hits, it’s crucial for everyone in these states to prepare. Keep an eye on local forecasts, heed safety warnings, and stay informed. With conditions changing rapidly, being prepared is the best way to weather this storm. Stay safe out there!
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