Residents across parts of South Australia, particularly in the Limestone Coast, experienced extreme weather conditions overnight as a cold front passed through Eastern and South East Australia causing thunder, lightning, and damaging winds. While the conditions have been challenging for many, relief is expected later today as the cold front moves out to sea.
The westerly wind flow that followed the front continues to affect many southern regions of the country. In the last 24 hours, up to 9am AEST today, the Limestone Coast recorded one of the highest wind speeds at 111 km/hr. The rest of the country also experience extreme conditions, with regions in New South Wales and Victoria observing wind speeds as high as 142 km/hr and 137 km/hr respectively.
As the front progresses, South Australians, especially those in coastal regions, should brace for showers and the possibility of hail. The good news for residents is these conditions are expected to abate by the afternoon.
Sheep graziers in South Australia have been particularly alerted with warnings issued due to the forthcoming cold, windy, and wet conditions. It’s crucial for those in the agricultural sector to take necessary precautions to protect their livestock, ensuring they are safe and adequately sheltered.
On the coastal front, while South Australia isn’t directly under the Damaging Surf Warning, large waves are anticipated in the South East of the country today. Those in coastal areas, particularly beach-goers and fishermen, are advised to exercise caution.
With the cold air set to linger over southeast Australia for the weekend, South Australians should not only prepare for the possibility of showers and hail but also keep their winter attire handy.
In a broader perspective, while South Australia deals with the remnants of this cold front, regions in the north are bracing for continued thunderstorms, especially parts of New South Wales. The thunderstorm risk is set to spread into South East Queensland, with concerns arising from potential damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and large hail.
Keeping up with the latest forecasts and warnings is crucial during these turbulent times. As always, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) emphasises the importance of understanding the weather to gauge associated risks accurately.
Residents are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings through the BOM website or the BOM Weather app. As the age-old saying goes, “Better safe than sorry.” Given the unpredictable nature of weather events, staying prepared and informed remains the best course of action.
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