Sharp Cool Change for Melbourne, as Heatwaves Persist and Queensland Remains on Alert

Severe weather conditions are being experienced across the country with heatwaves in parts of Western Australia, Victoria, and NSW, while Queenslanders are being warned about thunderstorms and the risk of river levels rising. However, a sweltering Melbourne is in line for a rapid cool change on Tuesday.
Balmy conditions are expected to persist in eastern Victoria, northeast Tasmania, the ACT, southern NSW, and inland parts of South Australia and Western Australia.

These places should brace for another day of daytime temperatures 6C to 8C warmer than usual seasonal averages, the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) said.

Queensland Remains on Alert

In Queensland, where hundreds of people have been forced to leave their homes after intense flooding hit parts of the state, conditions are expected to ease from Tuesday, but forecasters are warning there’s still a risk of localized heavy rainfall that could lead to flash flooding in the Townsville region.
The BoM warned that Tuesday could bring local heavy rainfall between Cairns and Townsville with a severe weather warning in place between Cardwell and Yabulu.

“Rainfall totals are expected to be lower than they were during the past weekend, but the rain is likely to be enough to prolong the existing flooding and potentially cause new areas of flooding,” the BoM’s Miriam Bradbury said.

She added there were still major flood warnings for a number of catchments including the Herbert, Burdekin, and Horton Rivers.
“Some catchments are holding steady or even starting to fall, but others are still continuing to rise in response to past rainfall,” Bradbury told the Australian Associated Press.

BoM is forecasting the rain to become patchier on Tuesday afternoon with thunderstorms and showers lingering for the rest of the week.

Heatwaves for Regional NSW

There are severe heatwave warnings for the South Coast and Snowy Mountains Districts, which are expected to gradually ease later in the week.

Low-intensity heatwave conditions will persist over much of the state until the weekend — except in the far northeast, according to the BoM.

On Tuesday, Wagga Wagga is expected to reach a top of 39C.

Sharp Cool Change for Victoria

There are severe heatwave warnings for Victoria’s Wimmera, Northern Country, North East, East Gippsland, West and South Gippsland, Central, North Central, and South West Districts.

But scorching temperatures in Melbourne could rapidly plummet by 12C on Tuesday, as parts of Victoria remain under severe bushfire warnings.

The cool changes will come into effect about 2pm on Tuesday following days-long heatwave and wild winds wreaking havoc in fire-ravaged regions.
“Temperatures could drop by 10 to 12 degrees in half an hour,” Bradbury said.
“But as the cool change crosses the south, it has the potential to spark a new round of thunderstorms with some of those storms severe.”

— With additional reporting by the Australian Associated Press.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Australia is experiencing severe weather conditions with heatwaves, flooding, and thunderstorms affecting various parts of the country. It is crucial for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions to stay safe during these challenging weather events.

FAQs

1. How is the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) monitoring the weather conditions in Australia?

The BoM uses advanced technology and data analysis to track weather patterns and provide accurate forecasts to the public.

2. What should residents do to prepare for severe weather conditions?

Residents should stay updated on weather alerts, secure their properties, have emergency kits ready, and follow advice from local authorities to ensure their safety.

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