Severe storms bring hail, wind and rain to east coast

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 04:32 · Archive

A severe storm system affecting Australia's east coast on Sunday could bring large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain to Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra.

The Bureau of Meteorology is warning millions of Australians of severe thunderstorms affecting the east coast on Sunday afternoon and continuing Monday. Residents in Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra are being urged to stay alert. The severe thunderstorm warning began at 11.30am on Sunday, with parts of the country already experiencing up to 30 millilitres of rain.

The storms are expected to bring a 'trifecta' of large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain. BOM meteorologist David Crock said a powerful cold front would hit New South Wales on Sunday afternoon, bringing intense weather. Whilst Sydney may escape the worst of the system, Brisbane and Canberra are expected to be significantly affected. Southeastern Queensland, already wet from the weekend's weather, faces additional risk of flash flooding due to saturated ground, according to the Bureau of Meteorology.

How it is being reported

• Millions on east coast on high alert as severe storms trigger flood warningsThe Bureau of Meteorology is warning millions of Australians of a severe storm “trifecta” – large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain – hitting three major cities.The West Australian · 25 Oct, 04:06
• Millions on east coast on high alert as severe storms trigger flood warningsThe Bureau of Meteorology is warning millions of Australians of a severe storm “trifecta” – large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain – hitting three major cities.Perth Now · 25 Oct, 04:05

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