UPDATE: Severe weather is on the horizon for Brisbane and surrounding areas in Queensland as the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warns of thunderstorms, damaging winds, and large hail this weekend. Following a scorching Saturday that saw temperatures soar above 30 degrees, residents should prepare for a weather shift starting Sunday, July 16, 2023.
The BoM has confirmed an increased likelihood of thunderstorms throughout Sunday, with senior meteorologist Miriam Bradbury stating, “Rainfall totals will be low, but we may see some locally damaging winds or large hail across parts of the far south-east.” This urgent update comes as a low-pressure trough continues to linger over northern and central Australia, contributing to unstable weather conditions.
Residents are advised to remain vigilant as thunderstorms are expected to develop in the afternoon or evening, bringing potential risks of severe weather. The temperature is predicted to peak at 33 degrees on Sunday, making conditions ripe for storm development.
Bradbury elaborated, “We’ve got a couple of low-pressure troughs lingering across those northern and central parts of Australia, continuing to generate showers and thunderstorms through much of the Kimberley in Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and pushing through southern Queensland and northern and inland New South Wales.”
In addition, there is a 70 percent chance of rain on Monday, July 17, raising concerns about ongoing weather disturbances in the region.
Officials urge residents to stay updated through local alerts, particularly those in vulnerable areas. Prepare for sudden weather changes, as the potential for damaging winds and hail could impact property and safety.
Stay tuned for further updates as conditions evolve. Share this information widely to help keep your community safe as we navigate these severe weather warnings.
