🔗 Share this article Nearly 25,000 Lost Power in South-East Queensland and Victoria Following Intense Storms Around 25,000 households in Queensland's southeast found themselves lacking electricity on Monday morning after severe thunderstorms passed over the state, generating powerful gusts topping over 100 km/h. Massive Frozen Precipitation and Broad Destruction Locals observed substantial frozen pellets measuring up to 7 centimeters in some areas. Meteorological experts verified that multiple regions across Queensland had been hit with large hailstones. Today's weather system has absolutely smashed our power system! Emergency crews were attempting to repair power throughout the impacted areas, with approximately seventy teams deployed to manage the numerous electricity disruptions. Southern State's Climate Difficulties Simultaneously, nearly 1,000 residents in the southern state also faced electricity disruptions after Melbourne experienced its heaviest rainfall in a year and a half. Emergency response teams responded to over five hundred emergency reports across the state, primarily for property damage but also for downed trees and inundation. Most Impacted Regions Werribee region - experienced significant destruction Hoppers Crossing suburb - numerous rescue reports Wyndham region - over 175 calls for assistance At one point on yesterday, in excess of 28k energy customers in Victoria were without power. Climate Outlook Humid circumstances were forecast to persist along much of the state's eastern regions this next several days as a weather pattern continued to pull in damp air against the coastal areas. The following day was forecast to be the heaviest precipitation period, with persistent thunderstorm potential expected across different parts of both areas. Safety Concern Public health experts cautioned that there was an greater possibility of weather-related respiratory issues across the state's northern country region, especially given the ongoing climate situation. This caution comes after previous incidents where similar conditions led to substantial respiratory problems in the state.