Heavy rain and storms expected in Australia’s south-east as severe weather warning issued for Tasmania
Australia's east and south-east are bracing for heavy rain and storms as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings. A low-pressure system combined with tropical moisture is expected to bring widespread rainfalls and potential flash flooding. Additionally, signs of El Niño development could lead to hotter conditions in the coming months.
- ▪Severe thunderstorms are predicted to bring heavy rainfall and flash flooding to eastern and south-eastern Australia.
- ▪Rainfalls of up to 70mm were recorded in Tasmania and 60mm in New South Wales within 24 hours.
- ▪The Bureau of Meteorology has indicated signs of El Niño development, which may lead to warmer conditions in Australia.
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Widespread rainfalls were expected across large parts of Australia’s east and south-east, the Bureau of Meteorology said. Photograph: Jeremy Piper/ReutersView image in fullscreenWidespread rainfalls were expected across large parts of Australia’s east and south-east, the Bureau of Meteorology said. Photograph: Jeremy Piper/ReutersAustralian climate and environment in focusAustralia weatherHeavy rain and storms expected in Australia’s south-east as severe weather warning issued for TasmaniaBureau of Meteorology says thunderstorms could bring widespread rainfalls and flash flooding while there are ‘signs of El Niño development’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Supported byAbout this contentCait Kelly and…
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