Severe Weather Warning Issued for Three East Coast States in Australia
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania today, as a strong cold front makes its way over parts of Australia. Residents in these states are advised to prepare for heavy rainfall, strong gusts, and possible thunderstorms and flash flooding.
Impending Severe Weather Conditions
"We are expecting quite an unstable day and there is a risk of thunderstorms all the way from Melbourne through much inland New South Wales," stated Jonathon How from the Bureau of Meteorology. The cold front is moving from South Australia this afternoon to New South Wales and Victoria this evening, and Tasmania tomorrow morning.
Impact on New South Wales
In New South Wales, western parts will be hit by the front tonight before it moves to central parts tomorrow morning. Residents in the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Riverina, Snowy Mountains, and the Australian Capital Territory are warned to be prepared for up to 80mm of rainfall and damaging gusts of up to 130 km/h.
Warnings for Victoria
Victoria is also in the line of the cold front, with impacts expected tonight before it travels to northeast parts of the state tomorrow morning. Areas such as North East, Central, East Gippsland, Northern Country, North Central, and West and South Gippsland are set to experience heavy rainfall and gusts of up to 110 km/h.
Forecast for Tasmania
The cold front will then move over Tasmania’s Furneaux Islands, North East, Central North, and parts of East Coast, North West Coast, Central Plateau, and Midlands. Up to 80mm of rain is forecast for some parts, along with gusts of up to 100 km/h. Conditions are expected to ease by tomorrow afternoon as the front moves across the state.
Safety Precautions
Residents in areas under warning are advised to avoid travel if possible, steer clear of dangerous hazards like floodwater, stay away from fallen powerlines, and remain indoors. In the event of flash flooding, it is crucial for residents to seek refuge at the highest place possible.
Conclusion
As severe weather conditions approach the east coast states of Australia, it is essential for residents to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines to minimize risks and stay safe during the inclement weather.
FAQs
- What should residents do in case of flash flooding?
- Seek refuge at the highest place possible.
- How can residents stay safe during severe weather conditions?
- Avoid travel, dangerous hazards, fallen powerlines, and stay indoors.